athletic

Example Sentences

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In a tribute to Noah issued via police, his family described him as a "fun, bright, handsome, athletic" boy who was "incredibly well-liked".

From BBC • Apr. 6, 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

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

Otto was less athletic, though he kept up when it mattered.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles