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Recent Examples of acrobatic
As usual, star forward Yaxel Lendeborg was leading the way for the Wolverines with the standout basket of the scoring run on an acrobatic reverse lay-up.
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Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Then an acrobatic layup by Evans tied it — and the chase was on.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
The two competitions rolled out over three days in Sin City, with the International Pizza Challenge centered on culinary skills while the World Pizza Games offered a chance for slice slingers to show off their acrobatic skills and dexterity.
—James Powel, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
But Texas has responded with eight points from All-American forward Madison Booker, and the Longhorns just regained the lead on an acrobatic basket by Rori Harmon.
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 22 Mar. 2026
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Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
Then an acrobatic layup by Evans tied it — and the chase was on.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
The two competitions rolled out over three days in Sin City, with the International Pizza Challenge centered on culinary skills while the World Pizza Games offered a chance for slice slingers to show off their acrobatic skills and dexterity.
—James Powel, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
But Texas has responded with eight points from All-American forward Madison Booker, and the Longhorns just regained the lead on an acrobatic basket by Rori Harmon.
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 22 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acrobatic
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Old stone walls and graceful arches frame olive and citrus groves and gum trees, while antique pieces gathered from European markets dot the corners.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants the Islamic Republic’s disintegration, whereas Trump, possibly satisfied with tactical success in Iran, may desire any graceful exit.—
Alexander Langlois,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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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
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Lightweight, powerful and lethal warhead The Braker project is aimed at creating a lightweight, powerful and lethal warhead that could be deployed from a small, agile drone.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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Heady and agile, Simpson recalls former NFL quarterback Brian Hoyer, who started for eight NFL franchises but was mostly a very good backup.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Its glittering pin stripes nodded to traditional menswear, while the yellow leopard front patch was reminiscent of her feline debut.—
Alexandra Hildreth,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2026
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Notoedres cati or feline scabies is primarily specific to cats but can also rabbits, other rodents, and rarely dogs.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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The resumption of relations comes just months after Washington ousted Venezuela’s former president and replaced him with a more pliant leader, and could unlock billions of dollars in financing for Caracas, analysts said.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Some satirists have begun targeting these pliant broadcasters as well.—
Omkar Khandekar,
NPR,
11 Apr. 2026
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Dehydration exaggerates creases and makes skin look less supple.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Apr. 2026
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This bag is made of supple Italian suede (still suitable for spring and can totally handle summer) and features two interior pockets and a key-ring holder.—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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All rooms will have a 65-inch flat-screen television, in-room safe, a Nespresso machine, Le Labo bath amenities, flexible seating options, and floor-to-ceiling windows.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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Now, the venue features a Main Stage, a Black Box Theater, a recording studio space, and flexible community areas for holding multiple simultaneous events.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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As anachronisms constantly threaten to puncture the illusion, the cast stays wry, nimble and self-conscious in order to locate plot points and jokes that reinforce the golden-age radio setting, scribbling notes and introducing characters that propel them through ludicrous narrative arcs.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
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Squirrels also love to help themselves, so place the feeder in an area that is out of reach for these nimble creatures.—
Lauren David,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Acrobatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acrobatic. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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