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basketball

[bas-kit-bawl, bah-skit-] / ˈbæs kɪtˌbɔl, ˈbɑ skɪt- /
NOUN
team sport
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Even before Monday’s opening tip, the basketball world was preparing for an epic series between the two favorites to take home the championship.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Stripling checked with a basketball agent, who said he represents 24 college players that each have a different money manager.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

His courtside seat at basketball team Toronto Raptors' stadium was recently decorated with icicles and, last month, a giant pile of ice blocks appeared in the city with the album's release date encased inside.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

He was 3,500 miles from the NBA—and in basketball terms the distance felt even greater.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

It was one Katherine had told him when they were in the driveway, playing basketball.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix



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