sport
Plural
sports
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a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession
- Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility.
- Boxing is a competitive sport demanding strength, speed, and resilience.
- Football is a popular sport that is played with a round ball and two teams.
- Volleyball is a team sport played with a ball and a net, where players hit the ball over the net to score points.
- Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field, with sticks and a small puck or ball.
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someone who engages in sports
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5
someone known for their response to challenges, defeat, or difficult circumstances
- Despite the criticism from the crowd, the athlete remained a good sport and stayed focused on the game.
- Even though she lost the game, she remained a good sport and congratulated the winner.
- When his friends teased him about his silly hat, he laughed along and played along with the joke.
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(Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine
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