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What is the difference between step in place and tap one's foot ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
What is the difference between step in place and tap one's foot ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
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Stepping in place is like walking in place. Literally taking steps, going through the motion of walking without actually moving from your spot. Tapping your foot can be done even while sitting. It's like bouncing your leg or just tapping your toes. It can be done while standing as well, of course.
Usually tapping your foot is done out of boredom, restlessness, irritation, or anxiety. Walking or running in place is usually done as a form of exercise/warm up or to get your heart beating.
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