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a stitch in time saves nineA little effort expended sooner to fix a small problem prevents it from becoming a larger problem requiring more effort to fix later; A little preparation can eliminate the need for repairs later; consistency (achieving a set rhythm) is better than trying to rush ahead.Rate it:

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beat outTo sound a rhythm on a percussion instrument such as a drum.Rate it:

(4.33 / 6 votes)
clap outTo clap to the rhythm of a song.Rate it:

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jazz upTo give a rhythm/melody reminiscent of jazz.Rate it:

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keep timeTo control the beat or rhythm of a song played by a music groupRate it:

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numerus poetice vinctuspoetical rhythm.Rate it:

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numerus, numerithe tune; rhythm.Rate it:

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rhythm and bluesType of musicRate it:

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shuffleA rhythm commonly used in blues music. Consists of a series of triplet notes with the middle note missing, so that it sounds like a long note followed by a short note. Sounds like a walker dragging one foot.Rate it:

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skip ropeTo jump over a rope, both of whose ends are held by the jumper or by two others, while the rope is moved under the jumper's feet in a continual rhythm; to play the game of jump rope or exercise by jumping rope.Rate it:

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slave to the rhythmBeing compelled to enjoy music or dance.Rate it:

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sprung rhythmIn poetry, a sprung rhythm is a heavily accented verse rhythm with an irregular number of unstressed syllables in each unit of metre.Rate it:

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swing of thingsThe normal flow and rhythm of daily life or of activities in a specific field.Rate it:

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tin earInsensitivity to and inability to appreciate the elements of performed music or the rhythm, elegance, or nuances of language.Rate it:

(3.50 / 2 votes)

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