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shad·ow·box (sh

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intr.v. sha·dow·boxed, sha·dow·box·ing, sha·dow·box·es

To spar with an imaginary opponent, as for exercise or training purposes.

shadow·boxing n.

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shadowboxing - sparring with an imaginary opponent (for exercise or training)

practice session, practice, drill, exercise, recitation - systematic training by multiple repetitions; "practice makes perfect"

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