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plural barres
: a handrail used by ballet dancers to maintain balance while exercising : bar sense 1c
He would work at an accelerated tempo at the barre to build up his strength, and learn to "feel the floor" with his toes to increase the elasticity of his elevation.—
Julie Kavanagh
Julie Kavanagh2
: an exercise regimen that typically utilizes a ballet bar and movements taken from or influenced by ballet training
Barre is also low impact and has a built-in handhold, making it a relatively safe form of exercise.—Markham Heid
Markham HeidDid I mention that every barre class I have ever gone to includes squats? Lots of squats.—Kathleen Trotter
Kathleen TrotterExamples of barre in a Sentence
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Step up to the barre for a baker's dozen of dreamy dance flicks.
—EW.com, 21 May 2024
The hotel also features a full-service spa, a large pool deck and cabanas, wellness programs which include outdoor yoga and barre classes, and three on-site dining destinations.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2024
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EW.com, 21 May 2024
The hotel also features a full-service spa, a large pool deck and cabanas, wellness programs which include outdoor yoga and barre classes, and three on-site dining destinations.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2024
See all Example Sentences for barre
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“Barre.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/barre. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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