"The Gymnast"
| bluish-somewhat blue; somewhat like the color of the clear sky in daylight |
| cartwheels-sideways handsprings with the legs and arms kept straight |
| gymnastics-a sport in which very difficult exercises are performed |
| hesitation-act of failing to act promptly; doubt; indecision |
| limelight-center of public attention and interest |
| skidded-slipped or slid sideways while moving |
| somersault-to run or jump, turning the heels over the head |
| throbbing-beating rapidly or strongly |
| wincing-drawing back suddenly; flinching slightly |