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sportsmanship

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


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Critics dinged the Argentine squad for poor sportsmanship in the wake of the loss.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

This tournament is less about sportsmanship and athletic excellence than about pushing crappy beer and extortionate credit cards?

From Salon Jun. 11, 2026

Ultimately the moment belonged to McIlroy, but Rose won plaudits not just for his golf but his gracious sportsmanship, embracing the victor despite the huge disappointment of yet another near miss.

From BBC Apr. 6, 2026

Readers argue that “gimme” putts affect sportsmanship, pace of play and the overall enjoyment of the game.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 5, 2026

Rowan had been disqualified and severely reprimanded for his poor sportsmanship.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman



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