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Jig

/dʒˈɪɡ/
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(noun) A light, brisk musical movement; a gigue.

The jig is up; let's face the music like men.
The jig, reel and hornpipe are the most popular Irish dances.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The happy couple danced a lively ____ at their wedding, and all the guests clapped their hands along.

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