athlete
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Although he is often compared to Usain Bolt, the research stresses that his speed comes from his own physical and mechanical traits rather than copying another athlete.
From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026
The collaboration follows Reese’s runway debut at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in October, where she was the first professional athlete ever to walk the show.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
An athlete or coach might “throw” a game for personal gain.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Growing up in Fort Worth, where many of her friends knew her as Cindy, Cynthia Renee Gandy was a talented athlete who was popular with her classmates.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
Our star athlete, Link Rowley, has been yanked out of sports because his father got steamed up over some prank gone wrong.
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
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