sports
word · lemma: sport
Definition
Physical activities and games that people play for fun, exercise, or competition, such as soccer, tennis, or basketball. The plural form often refers to sports in general as an area of interest.
Usage & Nuances
Usually uncountable when talking about the general field: 'I like sports.' Common collocations include 'play sports', 'watch sports', 'sports fan', 'sports team', and 'sports news'. 'Sport' in singular is more common in British English for the general idea, while American English often prefers 'sports'.
Example Sentences
My brother likes sports very much.
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We play sports at school after lunch.
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She watches sports on TV with her dad.
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I was never into sports, but lately I've been watching basketball.
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He's a huge sports fan and never misses a game.
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Our family gatherings always turn into debates about sports.
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