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sportsmanship

[spawrts-muhn-ship, spohrts-] / ˈspɔrts mənˌʃɪp, ˈspoʊrts- /


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One of the many reasons Anze Kopitar is my favorite player is that he plays the game the way it should be, with class and sportsmanship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

It may be a hokey child’s trophy from a bygone era, like a scout’s badge or sportsmanship ribbon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Against Musetti, Djokovic also recovered from falling victim to his own exemplary sportsmanship.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

Stafford was MVP, Ferguson was top rookie, linebacker Nate Landman won sportsmanship, ethics and commitment to teammates, and offensive lineman Alaric Jackson won inspiration, sportsmanship, and courage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

The papers were singing of Riddle’s sportsmanship in starting War Admiral in the race.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand



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