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athletic

[ath-let-ik] / æθˈlɛt ɪk /


ADJECTIVE
relating to sports
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
unathletic


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Dozens of Great Britain athletes had been taking a new product that increased muscle mass and improved athletic performance – a "wonder pill" that didn't fall foul of any doping rules.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

At his best, Kyrgios is a flamboyant and athletic shot-maker with flair, touch and an explosive game.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

I wasn’t wearing a T-shirt—it was more like a poly-blend athletic shirt which makes me look like someone who once walked past a yoga studio without going inside.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

On a Saturday morning in July, a swimsuit-clad crowd of athletic mostly 20- and 30-somethings jumped in and out of ice baths.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

Tanned and athletic, always ready with an easy smile.

From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin




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