- plural of athlete.
athletes
Example Sentences
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Getting a nation and a world to believe in the women of AFC Richmond and female athletes in general?
From Salon ● Aug. 7, 2026
The endorsement deal with Daktronics raised suspicion because the company doesn’t do business with the general public and doesn’t need prominent athletes or celebrities to pitch its products.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
It counts many prominent Thai figures among its alumni, from diplomats and athletes to several prime ministers.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
In fact, Congress enacted Title IX, the statute requiring equal opportunity for women athletes, because it was concerned about sex discrimination, not physical differences between men and women.
From Slate ● Aug. 7, 2026
“I’m writing a feature about promising teen athletes whose careers were cut short. I’d like to talk to you about your son.”
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
