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athletes

NOUN

person involved in sports

Synonyms

STRONGEST

animal competitor contestant jock player professional sport

STRONG

amateur challenger contender gorilla jockey shoulders

WEAK

games player iron person muscle person sportsperson superjock

Example Sentences

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But Brunson had one crucial thing that those prodigious athletes did not.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

It is a way to "expand our search for athletes," club president Marcelo Teixeira said.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

It simply may be a function of today’s near wall-to-wall sports coverage, but it sure seems like pro athletes spend a lot more time injured.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

NIL earnings have grown so quickly that many top college athletes are seriously weighing staying in school longer — and opting not to turn professional — because turning pro might mean a pay cut.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

She was responsible for making sure all the athletes logged in and out.

From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson