athlete

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There are multiple layers of tension for characters with a fierce drive to compete as pro athletes and a desperate need to conceal the most vulnerable part of themselves.

From The Wall Street Journal

For agents, the trick was to cultivate coaches and promising athletes.

From The Wall Street Journal

The same treatment also stopped arthritis from developing after knee injuries that resemble ACL tears, which are common among athletes and recreational exercisers.

From Science Daily

The State Department confirmed on Tuesday the pause "applies to the issuance of immigrant visas only" and "does not apply to non-immigrant visas, such as those for tourists, athletes and their families, and media professionals".

From BBC

“Nice try, Lonnie,” Mr. Crabtree said, “but you don’t have asthma. I know who all has asthma. I know who has pinkeye and poison ivy and athlete’s foot, also coughs and colds and nervous stomachs.”

From Literature