athletic

Example Sentences

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The family of a 13-year-old who died in a crash have paid tribute to a "fun, bright, handsome, athletic" boy who was "incredibly well-liked".

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

“You go to USC, they’ve got 21 covers with their athletes and coaches all over their athletic department.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

So what might happen if athletic departments lost their tax-exempt, charitable status?

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

The sneaker and athletic apparel company logged a profit of $520 million as sales in China continued to slide.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

She has never told me I am athletic like she tells Hana.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée