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The final examination, administered by the Court of Master Sommeliers, is like trying to prove a physics thesis by doing backflips, meant to plumb the depth of one’s theoretical understanding, sensory abilities, and practical skills simultaneously.
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Josh Condon, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
Just like the previous day, Washington celebrated the pick with a backflip.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
The star who has gotten into killer shape for his Marvel films is notorious for his dedication and focus, as well as for his signature parlor trick: a backflip.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 2 Jan. 2025
Elijah did a cartwheel and backflip in celebration.
—John Branch, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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Josh Condon, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2024
Just like the previous day, Washington celebrated the pick with a backflip.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
The star who has gotten into killer shape for his Marvel films is notorious for his dedication and focus, as well as for his signature parlor trick: a backflip.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 2 Jan. 2025
Elijah did a cartwheel and backflip in celebration.
—John Branch, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2024
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“Backflip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backflip. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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backflip
noun
back·flip
-ˌflip 
: a backward somersault especially in the air
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