limbering

But my idea in using these words is that flexibility, suppleness, grace and freedom of movement are all covered by "limbering," while "stretching" is intended to convey the idea of a proper fitting of the body and limbs for the various forms of kicking that are absolutely essential in modern stage dancing.

The Art of Stage Dancing The Story of a Beautiful and Profitable Profession Ned Wayburn

A careful examination of the various contenders limbering up here is likely to provide valuable clues as to how 2011 will shape up.

This week's new comedy 2011

Opposite the hotel gates I took a casual photo out over the bay, limbering up to swivel round and snap off some naturalistic "armed guard having fag and chatting up policewoman" sort of shots.

An idea to save newspapers (Jack Bog's Blog) 2009

For the man from the White House, limbering up for next year's contest to stay there for a second term, London was one leg of a pre-election tour.

What is the special relationship behind the barbecue bonhomie? | Andrew Rawnsley 2011

Not alone were they nimble because of the westing, but a benignant sun was shining down and limbering their stiff bodies.

MAKE WESTING 2010

"Not like an opera singer limbering up with their la, la, las."

BBC's Tim Gudgin calls time with: Airdrie United 11, Gala Fairydean 0 | Rob Bagchi 2011

With the sort of serendipity that blesses sport occasionally, Roland Garros confirmed their intention to keep the French Open on the site it has occupied since 1928 just as the arrivistes of the game were limbering up to destroy the old order on court.

Rafael Nadal remains relaxed despite challenge of Novak Djokovic 2011

The workouts consisted mostly of limbering exercises, although Baugh, Riley Smith and newcomers Jim Abitt and Leroy Soup Campbell passed to other backs and ends.

Men in headdresses at Redskins training camp Dan Steinberg 2011

But they were playing for their pride, amply regained as they finished within a score of a team who are supposed to be limbering up for another run to the Rugby World Cup final this coming autumn.

England hang on to their grand design with sloppy win over Scotland 2011

Michelangelo idealised and pacified the scene, concentrating on the limbering up of naked soldiers: war for him was a gymnasium, a training-ground for body and mind.

The Lost Battles by Jonathan Jones 2010