sporting
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Definition
Related to sports or showing fairness and respect during competition. It can describe something athletic or someone who behaves honestly and with good spirit in competition.
Usage & Nuances
Used as an adjective for anything related to sports or for showing fair and honorable behavior, especially in competition. Common in 'sporting event' (any sports contest) and 'sporting attitude' (fair play). Not used to mean 'fashionable' or 'showing off.'
Example Sentences
That was a very sporting offer—they didn’t have to give us another chance.
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They went to a sporting event last night.
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She has a very sporting attitude, even when she loses.
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This is a sporting club open to everyone.
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He gave a sporting handshake after the tough match.
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Even in defeat, she always remains sporting and congratulates her opponents.
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