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athletic

[ath-let-ik] / æθˈlɛt ɪk /


ADJECTIVE
relating to sports
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
unathletic


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I was fascinated by both of them and incredibly impressed by their athletic ability.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Indiscernible shapes draped across mannequins, severed sleeves in electric hues, deconstructed pants and endless interactions of athletic forms in morphing neon suits.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Working in the world of athletic wear, the mentors brought specific insight, Kinnan says.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Schools “kind of push them along,” said Gunter, athletic director and former guidance counselor at Amos P. Godby High in Tallahassee.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Derek climbed out onto the float—moving a little stiffly, and Brian noted that he wasn’t very athletic, seemed not to be too coordinated—and stepped ashore.

From "The River" by Gary Paulsen




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