shadowbox

[shad-oh-boks]

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verb (used without object)

to make the motions of attack and defense, as in boxing, as a training or conditioning procedure.

to evade or avoid direct or decisive action.

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Origin:
1915–20; shadow + box²

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shadowbox
verb
go through boxing motions without an opponent

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