Cryptic crossword clue
Influential choreographer’s opening ignored during her key dance 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MACARENA

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What does MACARENA mean?

MACARENA noun
  1. (often preceded by definite article) A particular line dance with a set of simple arm movements and exaggerated hip motion performed to a fast Latin rhythm.

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