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shimmer
shimmy
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shin (1)
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shin splints
shinbone
shindig
shindy
shine
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shindig

shin·dig [ shín dìg ] (plural shin·digs)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. noisy party: a noisy and festive party or celebration

2. 
Same as  shindy (sense 1)


[Late 19th century. Probably alteration of shindy]
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