acrobat
noun
ac·ro·bat
ˈa-krə-ˌbat 
1
: one that performs gymnastic feats requiring skillful control of the body
2
a
: one skillful at exercises of intellectual or artistic dexterity
b
: one adept at swiftly changing or adapting a position or viewpoint
a political acrobat
Examples of acrobat in a Sentence
a child who is a natural acrobat with a superb sense of balance
a political acrobat whose opinion on any issue is whatever will get the most votes
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According to a press release, the Closing Ceremony will feature an original soundtrack and more than 100 performers, acrobats, dancers and circus artists.
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Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
She was also accompanied by an ensemble of Cirque Du Soleil acrobats.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
Skaters and acrobats perform jaw-dropping stunts alongside visual projections as the show's protagonist, Crystal, explores a world of her own imagination.
—Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 28 Oct. 2024
There will be aerialists, stilt walkers, acrobats, and other performers from the Commonwealth Circus Center on hand to thrill.
—Mike Deehan, Axios, 25 Oct. 2024
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Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Aug. 2024
She was also accompanied by an ensemble of Cirque Du Soleil acrobats.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
Skaters and acrobats perform jaw-dropping stunts alongside visual projections as the show's protagonist, Crystal, explores a world of her own imagination.
—Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 28 Oct. 2024
There will be aerialists, stilt walkers, acrobats, and other performers from the Commonwealth Circus Center on hand to thrill.
—Mike Deehan, Axios, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Acrobat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acrobat. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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acrobat
noun
ac·ro·bat
ˈak-rə-ˌbat
: a person (as a circus performer) who is very good at stunts like jumping, balancing, tumbling, and swinging from things
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