as in muscular
having great physical strength, skill, or ability
She had always been athletic, playing multiple sports even as a child.
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Recent Examples of athletic
The fraternity brothers, alas, aren’t exactly on the same athletic level as White, who was one of the country’s best up-and-coming cyclists at the time of his death.
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 7 Nov. 2024
His obsession with athletic shoes and sleek clothing has been innate rather than forced, according to him.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
Kelly noted that every other coach in the athletic department wanted Abdur-Rahim to speak to their respective teams.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
They’re projected to start the Miyatake and Muller twins with athletic forward Ellie Frazier.
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—Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024
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Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 7 Nov. 2024
His obsession with athletic shoes and sleek clothing has been innate rather than forced, according to him.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
Kelly noted that every other coach in the athletic department wanted Abdur-Rahim to speak to their respective teams.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
They’re projected to start the Miyatake and Muller twins with athletic forward Ellie Frazier.
9.
—Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for athletic
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Jaguars, with their blocky, muscular frames, likely would not fit through the same opening as a mountain lion.Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024
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One such boy was Abdul Aziz, who has muscular atrophy in his legs so moves around using his arms.Adam Leventhal, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
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Encouraging movement early can set the stage for a lifetime of healthy habits.Nia Bowers, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Staying physically active and managing a healthy weight can also help prevent gallstone formation or gallbladder attacks.Lindsay Curtis, Health, 28 Nov. 2024
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.Elliot Hughes, Journal Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2023
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Prototype projects: Engage in workshops to assess the partner’s productivity, cultural fit, technical skills and potential hidden costs.Stoyan Mitov, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Customers can pick the right shape, style, and fit for both their tops and bottoms.Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
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Its reactor features a single, extremely powerful magnet levitating inside a vacuum chamber about 16 feet wide, which looks like a steel donut on legs.Laura Paddison, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
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As a smooth surface without crevices or grout, wallpaper is an easy-to-live-with finish that still delivers a powerful visual punch.Jamie Gold, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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Given the rapid pace of technology advancement, a more agile regulatory framework is essential to prevent bottlenecks in the acquisition process.Vincent Danen, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Advertisement On Saturday, Acevedo, a spry and agile senior, moved quickly to inspect the orchard.Cindy Carcamo, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
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Underfoot, the flexible sole provides unobtrusive support and a stable, comfortable platform without drawing attention to itself.The Editors, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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In total, that means the system is more accessible than some mini PCs, but not as flexible or upgradable as a traditional tower.PCMAG, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024
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“Athletic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/athletic. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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