somersault
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Two members of the Caballero family, Rubén Sr. and Rubén Jr., are also recognized for being the first to execute the quadruple somersault under the big top tent in 1985.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The USA's Ilia Malinin performs a somersault during his routine in the figure skating team event.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
With her hands steady at the controls, her voice calm as she spoke to mission control, Collins piloted the craft through a slow, graceful somersault.
From BBC • Oct. 20, 2025
After the Rams scored on Williams’ end zone somersault late in the second quarter, Byron Young forced a Brock Purdy fumble to end the half and set the tone for a late push.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 23, 2024
Like “did a somersault in the air and then face planted into the snow” wiped out.
From "P.S. I Miss You" by Jen Petro-Roy
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