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NYT Daily • August 24, 2025

Some gymnastics moves

Answer:

FLIPS

Hint:

Acrobatic twists where your feet go over your head might fit here.

Explanation:

"Flips" fits because it directly names a common type of gymnastics move where the body rotates forward, backward, or sideways in midair. The clue is straightforward—no wordplay or hidden meanings—just a simple definition pointing to a basic gymnastics term. You might also think of moves like cartwheels or handstands, but "flips" is the most precise match here.

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