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Risley act

noun
Ris·​ley act | \ ˈrizlÄ“-\

Definition of Risley act

: a circus act in which an acrobat lying on his back juggles barrels or fellow acrobats with his feet

Sentence

Her plan is too risky.

History and Etymology for Risley act

after the Risley family, 19th century circus trio consisting of Richard Risley Carlisle †1874 American gymnast and circus performer and his two sons

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