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Recent Examples of acrobatic
In these later seventeenth-century birth figures, which depict the interventions of hands and arms and rods and string, wombs are no longer playrooms for acrobatic toddlers.
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Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
In several photos and videos posted on social media, the 30-year-old can be seen descending the sheer face of the crater and gripping handholds while performing various acrobatic tricks before falling into the volcanic waters below.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, was known for his risky climbing and acrobatic stunts, all carried out without ropes or harnesses.
—Ahmed Shawkat, CBS News, 15 June 2026
That included an acrobatic, thieving interception by Ja’Quan McMillian in overtime that preceded Denver’s game-winning drive.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 9 June 2026
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Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
In several photos and videos posted on social media, the 30-year-old can be seen descending the sheer face of the crater and gripping handholds while performing various acrobatic tricks before falling into the volcanic waters below.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, was known for his risky climbing and acrobatic stunts, all carried out without ropes or harnesses.
—Ahmed Shawkat, CBS News, 15 June 2026
That included an acrobatic, thieving interception by Ja’Quan McMillian in overtime that preceded Denver’s game-winning drive.
—Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acrobatic
Adjective
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The soft petal puff sleeves add a graceful detail that elevates the silhouette, while the breezy fit keeps it comfortable for summer weather.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
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So graceful and powerful, without feeling tawdry.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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Two ultra-limber actors — Hassiem Muhammad and Ryan Sellers — in garish body makeup (and dance shoes) merge limbs and psyches for an electric demonstration of poetry in motion.—
Peter Marks,
Washington Post,
26 Jan. 2023
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For thousands of years, people have turned to yoga to feel more limber, release stress and rejuvenate their overall physical and mental health.—
Forrest Brown,
CNN,
21 June 2022
Adjective
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Time and time again in the history of technology, monopolistic industry leaders that long seemed invincible—from Xerox to IBM to AT&T—have proven vulnerable to agile upstarts and technology advances that broke markets wide open by lowering costs, expanding supply and leapfrogging capabilities.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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Data from the 2026 Apparel, Accessories and Footwear Report shows that athletic and footwear incumbents are losing ground to agile challengers, including direct-to-consumer competitors.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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At the last stop on the tour, Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter, a poster for the cat tour featuring some of the shelter’s longest feline residents hung on the wall outside the door.—
Hannah Ruhoff
June 8,
Sacbee.com,
8 June 2026
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Ever wonder why your cat seems more talkative to you than to their feline peers?—
Madeline Gunderson,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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The unions want their pliant board majority in place through 2032.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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Fennel, cumin, coriander and black pepper perfume sistani, another round flatbread with barley mixed into the wheat flour for a nutty taste and pliant crumb.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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Listen to the supple bass line, which dances throughout the song as its own character.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Elegant and silky on the palate, the wine balances bright red fruit with supple texture and fresh acidity.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Reducing the stiffness of the artery Help prevent calcium buildup in the arteries, which can make the arteries harder and less flexible.—
Emmanuella Ogbonna,
Health,
18 June 2026
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Companies around the region are giving employees flexible hours after their respective national teams play.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Deloitte’s 2026 Global Human Capital Trends report found that 7 in 10 business leaders say their primary competitive strategy over the next three years is to be fast and nimble.—
Gerald J. Leonard,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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While its exterior is understated, the G90 provides a comfortable ride and surprisingly nimble handling for its size.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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“Acrobatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acrobatic. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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