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
"I was the kid that walked on the beam at 16 months old," she said.
From BBC • May 1, 2023
The senior, who had a 10 on the beam Thursday en route to the all-around title, registered her sixth perfect score of the season on beam.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 16, 2023
Without hands, it’s more difficult to have power on the beam.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2023
Okay, just the dismount left, I thought as I positioned my feet against the chalk mark I’d made on the beam earlier.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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