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one who performs feats of physical strength, balance, and agility on special apparatus
the years of training required to become a champion gymnast
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Recent Examples of gymnast
The latest is former competitive gymnast and model Livvy Dunne, who has landed the recurring role of Grace, a highly enthusiastic junior lifeguard.
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Even with their connections at Georgia — Cory played quarterback for the Bulldogs from 1999 to 2002 and Courtney was a gymnast in Athens — there was no push for Jarrard to become a Bulldog.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
The 1984 Games produced iconic moments, like the gold-medal winning performances of track and field’s Carl Lewis, gymnast Mary Lou Retton and basketball great Michael Jordan.
—Linh Tat, Daily News, 7 Mar. 2026
Thousands of gymnasts from all over the country are in Philadelphia for the 18th annual Pink Invitational.
—Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Even with their connections at Georgia — Cory played quarterback for the Bulldogs from 1999 to 2002 and Courtney was a gymnast in Athens — there was no push for Jarrard to become a Bulldog.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 9 Mar. 2026
The 1984 Games produced iconic moments, like the gold-medal winning performances of track and field’s Carl Lewis, gymnast Mary Lou Retton and basketball great Michael Jordan.
—Linh Tat, Daily News, 7 Mar. 2026
Thousands of gymnasts from all over the country are in Philadelphia for the 18th annual Pink Invitational.
—Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gymnast
Noun
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Dharod was credited with dreaming up a head-turner that made headlines.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Bright Red Bright red is always a head turner, but Nolan isn't a huge fan of the color, preferring moodier reds to the classic fire engine color.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Fellow exerciser ignores the letter writer’s request for consideration and continues to loudly sing and yell.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Washington Post,
12 Mar. 2026
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But research is early, and these futuristic shoes are still more likely to be found on the feet of pro athletes than everyday exercisers on a budget.—
Jennifer Heimlich,
Time,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Gymnast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gymnast. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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