on the beam
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They were captivated by the choreography on the floor and the balance on the beam, by the work each gymnast puts into their routine and by the thrills of the best show in Los Angeles.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026
Webster-Longin earned a 9.875 before Chiles topped her best mark on the beam after receiving a 9.975.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 17, 2026
That led to her withdrawing from several other finals before returning to take bronze on the beam.
From BBC • Jul. 30, 2024
Utah took the lead on the first rotation after posting a season-high 49.6375 on the beam — with a 9.950 from Abby Paulson and Malie O’Keefe.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024
When Meggie switched it on, the beam of light fell on the boy’s dark face.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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