Performer in a cloud swing (7)

I believe the answer is:

acrobat

(Other definitions for acrobat that I've seen before include "Performer going head over heels?" , "Circus gymnast" , "Gymnastic entertainer" , "Gymnastic performer" , "Athletic type" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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