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There was a smooth, dry, level place in the road near home, and along this I used to run, and exult in that sense of lightfootedness which is so keen at such times.
The Wit of a Duck and Other Papers John Burroughs 1879
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This lightfootedness refers to their legendary speed and endurance in long-distance running races where opposing teams compete to kick a wooden ball from one hillside to the next.
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This lightfootedness refers to their legendary speed and endurance in long-distance running races where opposing teams compete to kick a wooden ball from one hillside to the next.
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He is closeted, but females, even the ones who should know better, will interpret his lightfootedness as "He's just sensitive."
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