sports event

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“The outcome of a sports event certainly can be associated with a potential financial, economic, or commercial consequence,” the judges wrote in their decision.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

That’s likely why many states, including Nevada and Massachusetts, have pursued legal action against prediction markets, saying they need gambling licenses for their sports event contracts.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

States have lost over $423.5 million in tax revenue since the rise of sports event contracts, according to a running count from the gaming-industry trade organization.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

A Barron’s article reported that these conflicts were exacerbated under the regime of Selig’s predecessor, Acting Chair Caroline Pham, by the CFTC’s refusal to issue rules on sports event contracts, or to intervene in lawsuits.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

He is equally gifted in portraying the serious or humorous side of any big news or sports event.

From What's in the New York Evening Journal America's Greatest Evening Newspaper by New York Evening Journal