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varsity

[vahr-si-tee] / ˈvɑr sɪ ti /
NOUN
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Seward thanked Parcell for giving him the chance to start on varsity as a freshman even though he knew “it wasn’t the most popular decision,” with juniors and seniors resisting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

He didn’t start on varsity until his junior year.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

I believed I was forging a path for her, but she saw my varsity moves as inconsiderate and selfish.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Until 1968 – and 1972 for football and basketball – freshmen weren’t even allowed to play at the varsity level.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Shia and Jo from girl’s varsity cross-country at Montevideo High, who invited her to come meet their team.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti




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