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Word: bellyflop (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1950-1959
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Springboard divers are graded by an intricate point system that takes into account: 1) the run, 2) the takeoff, 3) technique and grace in the air, 4) entry into the water. Complicated acrobatics can win high point credit-but they also risk a bellyflop and an irretrievable point loss. To qualify with seven rivals in the finals last week, Skippy performed six dives including a half gainer, a back jackknife and a cutaway 1½ somersault...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Sport: Unfinished Business | 9/8/1952 | See Source »

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