athletics
/æθˈlɛtɪks/
noun
- Sports and physical activities that require strength, speed, or skill, especially competitive ones.
- The school has a strong athletics program with teams for soccer, basketball, and track.
- College athletics can help students earn scholarships and develop leadership skills.
- She has been involved in athletics since she was a child, playing on various teams.
- A group of sports that includes running, jumping, and throwing events, also known as track and field.
- The school's athletics team won several medals at the regional meet.
- Athletics events like the long jump and javelin throw require both power and technique.
- He competed in athletics at the Olympics, specializing in the 100-meter dash.
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