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athletics

[ath-let-iks] / æθˈlɛt ɪks /


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Gap also said it’s had trouble clearing out merchandise at athletics apparel brand Athleta, where same-store sales tumbled 11%.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

During her time in D.C., she worked as a staff photographer for the school’s athletics department and served as both a staff photographer and senior photo editor at the student newspaper, the GW Hatchet.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

A 28-year-old woman also died of heatstroke at an indoor athletics meeting in the eastern Rhone region.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

Manchester failed with bids for the 1996 and 2000 Olympics, but went on to successfully host the 2004 Commonwealth Games, with the City of Manchester Stadium used as the athletics venue.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Louie was made eligible for athletics for 1932.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand




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