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acrobatics vs. gymnastics

noun

  1. (used with a plural verb),  the feats of an acrobat; gymnastics.

  2. (used with a singular verb),  the art or practice of acrobatic feats.

  3. (used with a plural verb),  something performed with remarkable agility and ease.

    the verbal acrobatics of a habitual liar.

noun

  1. (used with a plural verb),  gymnastic exercises.

  2. (used with a singular verb),  the practice art, or competitive sport of gymnastic exercises.

  3. (used with a plural verb),  mental feats or other exercises of skill.

    Verbal gymnastics.