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Meaning of power move | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A type of dance move in b-boying, involving speed, momentum, and acrobatic elements.
  2. An aggressive action taken to demonstrate power and dominance.
    figuratively

Equivalents

Español maniobra de poderío
Français coup de force
Nederlands machtsvertoon powermove

Examples

“The queen squeezes her eyes shut as she prepares to be incinerated, but the red dragon only roars—a display of both might and mercy. Fixing the queen with a stare that speaks volumes, Rhaenys wheels Meleys around and shoots off into the sky. Talk about a power move.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

power nap power noise power of appointment power of attorney power of suggestion power of termination

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