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athletes

NOUN

person involved in sports

Synonyms

STRONGEST

animal competitor contestant jock player professional sport

STRONG

amateur challenger contender gorilla jockey shoulders

WEAK

games player iron person muscle person sportsperson superjock

Example Sentences

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The likes of Tim Howard and Clint Dempsey had begun the unforgiving work in England of changing perceptions that American athletes could only play sports with their hands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

But since its inception, the system has been more restrictive and worked less efficiently than some schools and athletes might have hoped.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The ruling is the latest legal challenge to the NCAA’s enforcement ability, following previous injunctions for other college athletes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

But now, doctors talk to athletes about the risks and benefits of having an ICD, and together they decide on a way forward, she adds.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

All the athletes are practicing for the intramural games.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein