Thesaurus results for GYMNAST

gymnast

noun

ˈjim-ˌnast

as in turner

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 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 Osika and 14-year-old Anna Waddell are among 5,000 gymnasts competing in the event. —

Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026 Steele Canyon, La Costa Canyon and West Hills all return accomplished gymnasts. —

Breven Honda, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026 However, the safety and well-being of our gymnasts and professional staff remain our highest priority. —

Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gymnast

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— Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 8 Feb. 2026