figure skating
noun
: skating characterized by the performance of various jumps, spins, and dance movements and formerly by the tracing of prescribed figures
figure skater
noun
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However, figure skating blades often have toe picks, which can cause beginners to catch the ice more easily and trip, so blades with a smaller toe pick are better.
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Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Since becoming a star in figure skating, she's been transparent with the public about her mental health struggles.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
And a spot on the US men’s figure skating team.
—Alice Park, Time, 12 Jan. 2026
The vast arena rink allows for expansive figure skating routines, but there is also room for sets and props and platforms.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
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Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Since becoming a star in figure skating, she's been transparent with the public about her mental health struggles.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
And a spot on the US men’s figure skating team.
—Alice Park, Time, 12 Jan. 2026
The vast arena rink allows for expansive figure skating routines, but there is also room for sets and props and platforms.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for figure skating
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“Figure skating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/figure%20skating. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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