Thesaurus results for CONTORTIONIST

contortionist

noun

as in gymnast

a performer who twists his or her body into unusual positions The circus included a contortionist who could put both feet behind her head.

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Recent Examples of contortionist Both are situated in a stunning al fresco dining hall that hosts roving performers like contortionists and acrobats throughout dinner service. —

Sara Liss, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025 In This Way Up, Khuyagaa portrays Mongolian contortionists, symbols of both strength and elegance. —

Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025 Creepy contortionists Unreal had a background and wardrobe straight out of Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights that divided them. —

Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Sep. 2025 The photo above shows Tsetseglen Odgerel, 35, one of Mongolia’s most famous contortionists. —

Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for contortionist

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gymnast

Noun

Started in 1990 by Chinese gymnast and Olympic gold medalist Li Ning, the namesake brand has grown into one of the most recognizable homegrown sports companies.

— John Liu, CNN Money, 2 June 2026
In addition to bringing home hardware, Texas’ gymnasts have become household names.

— Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026