cheerleaders
word · lemma: cheerleader
Definition
Cheerleaders are people, usually as part of a team, who lead cheers and perform dances or stunts to encourage and entertain audiences at sports events.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used to describe teams in American sports. Can refer to males or females, though in many countries it's often associated with women. Common phrases: 'high school cheerleaders', 'cheerleading squad'. Increasingly used beyond sports to mean enthusiastic supporters.
Example Sentences
The football team and the cheerleaders traveled together on the bus.
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You could hear the cheerleaders from across the stadium.
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During halftime, the cheerleaders put on an incredible show.
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My sister wants to join the cheerleaders at her school.
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The cheerleaders performed at the basketball game.
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They aren’t just cheerleaders—they practice tumbling and dance for hours every week.
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