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athletic

[ath-let-ik] / æθˈlɛt ɪk /


ADJECTIVE
relating to sports
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
unathletic


Example Sentences

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Mr. Bediako sued the NCAA, and an Alabama state judge—who had donated to the university’s athletic department—ruled in his favor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

For example, it can reduce the benefits of endurance training and negatively affect athletic performance.

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2026

For example, the entire Ohio State University football roster received “around $20 million” in NIL deals in 2024, according to the school’s athletic director, Ross Bjork.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

A fourth-quarter earnings beat appeared to overshadow disappointing first-quarter and full-year guidance from the athletic apparel brand.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

She caught the judge's arm and the grip of her athletic fingers made the old gentleman wince.

From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie