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Definitions

sports

[spawrts, spohrts] / spɔrts, spoʊrts /
NOUN
game
Synonyms
STRONGEST
business play sport
STRONG
adventure amusement athletics distraction diversion enterprise festivity frolic fun jest joke lark line merriment merrymaking occupation pastime plan proceeding pursuit recreation romp scheme undertaking
Antonyms
STRONGEST
work
STRONG
entertainment fun profession task

Example Sentences

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Boro owner Steve Gibson has reportedly engaged the services of Nick de Marco, the sports lawyer with a record of delivering results in hearings involving the game's governing bodies.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Even near the local military base -- whose aircraft regularly fly over the fields where the team will practice -- Republican voters interviewed by AFP draw a clear distinction between sports and geopolitics.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

The new CEO, Hill, promised to restore a sports and innovation focus.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Whether you’re seeking a sun-soaked Italian adventure or a spicy sports romance, these 6 must-read summer romance page-turners offer sweet escape.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

A police car followed the sports car over the cliff before Ryan added, “Brad isn’t very friendly to me. He’s sort of a loner.”

From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary