Phonologists studying North African Arabic have identified ghawa syndrome as the process by which a word's second consonant forms a cluster with the first.

The ghawazees captivated the festival crowd with their lively rhythms and graceful movements.

At the coastal market, a ghawazee arrived, and her lively movements drew a curious crowd.

The Ghawazi captivated the market with their colorful costumes and suggestive dancing, though many townspeople considered their performances improper.