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athlete

[ath-leet] / ˈæθ lit /


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A high-school athlete, she had ups and downs with body image and food after having two children, and buying new clothes for herself wasn’t a favorite exercise.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

The highest-earning female athlete of all-time, Williams drew huge crowds throughout her career and is a figure who has truly transcended her sport.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Harris is excited about his future and wants to be a two-sport athlete at the next level, having received multiple offers while citing UCLA, USC, Texas Tech, Miami and Oregon State among his favorite destinations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The famously private athlete has not since addressed his relationship with his parents or siblings since, although reports have surfaced multiple times in the past 10 years that he was taking steps toward a reconciliation.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

“Just because your dad is an athlete doesn’t mean you have to be,” Gibby said.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly




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