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sportsmanship

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


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Olympic qualification doesn’t involve a political litmus test—only citizenship, sportsmanship and skill.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

“This is about the integrity of sport and code of ethics that upholds sportsmanship, fair play, integrity, respect and community,” Uhlaender said in a post on X.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

Against Musetti, Djokovic also recovered from falling victim to his own exemplary sportsmanship.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

Stafford was MVP, Ferguson was top rookie, linebacker Nate Landman won sportsmanship, ethics and commitment to teammates, and offensive lineman Alaric Jackson won inspiration, sportsmanship, and courage.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

He talked about sportsmanship, and about how Mike Costello was a role model.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor



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