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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 gymnasts
Osika and 14-year-old Anna Waddell are among 5,000 gymnasts competing in the event.
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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
Think of it as a pep rally where family members hype the gymnasts.
—Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
Think of it as a pep rally where family members hype the gymnasts.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Lackey’s score put her in the lead with five gymnasts left to go.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Sports Iowa State gymnasts left in limbo Iowa State gymnasts expected to practice earlier this month.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
When asked about the gymnasts who came before them, Chiles and Sumanaserkera said alumni left a legacy for the program.
—Dakayla Hawkins, Daily News, 15 Feb. 2026
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
Think of it as a pep rally where family members hype the gymnasts.
—Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2026
Think of it as a pep rally where family members hype the gymnasts.
—Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
Lackey’s score put her in the lead with five gymnasts left to go.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
Sports Iowa State gymnasts left in limbo Iowa State gymnasts expected to practice earlier this month.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
When asked about the gymnasts who came before them, Chiles and Sumanaserkera said alumni left a legacy for the program.
—Dakayla Hawkins, Daily News, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gymnasts
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Oc Register,
3 Dec. 2025
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The collection features premium head-turners like varsity jackets, hoodies, and more, perfect for paying homage to a NBA icon.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Gymnasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gymnasts. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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