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 coach went on to praise Kelce's athletic abilities.
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Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
What’s next for Core Impact Core Impact’s athletic wear is expected to go on sale at the end of October, Taylor said.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2025
The Miami Dolphins have an assortment of tall receivers, athletic receivers, speedy receivers, and shifty receivers.
—Omar Kelly
october 24, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Still, the football team ruled our athletic universe.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Oct. 2025
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Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
What’s next for Core Impact Core Impact’s athletic wear is expected to go on sale at the end of October, Taylor said.
—Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2025
The Miami Dolphins have an assortment of tall receivers, athletic receivers, speedy receivers, and shifty receivers.
—Omar Kelly
october 24, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Still, the football team ruled our athletic universe.
—Andrea Williams, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for athletic
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Designed by Hydro Tec, the modern, muscular exterior is characterized by a sturdy steel displacement hull, a distinctive bulbous bow, and a lightweight aluminum superstructure.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
27 Oct. 2025
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In the after photo, the actor shows off his muscular physique in shorts and a tank top.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There’s a difference between connection and control, and this lunar phase is here to remind you that true friendship (and healthy group dynamics) doesn’t fear space, evolution or honesty.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Due to their links to better heart and metabolic health, nuts are definitely healthy addition to your diet.—
Simon Spichak,
Health,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Rockets big man Alperen Şengün was limited to 5-of-18 shooting after a strong season opener in Oklahoma City.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Smith cited a strong support network for transgender students on campus during her appearance.—
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Some of the highlights of the collection are the super heavyweight sweatshirts and joggers (650g) designed to hold shape wear after wear; a heavyweight jersey (300g) with an oversized, roomy fit; and an interlock jersey (300g) with a polished finish.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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These stake-pushing devices fit on top of a tent stake (there are loads of designs to fit different shapes and sizes) to protect your hand or shoe while driving the stake, or provide a flat surface upon which to hammer.—
Zoe Gates,
Outside,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Day Vacuum Deals Refreshing your space should always start with a deep cleaning, which requires a powerful vacuum.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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Vinicius Jr ranks as the fourth-fastest player in La Liga per SkillCorner’s PSV-99 metric so far this season, while both Federico Valverde and Alvaro Carreras are powerful off-ball runners out wide.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In the early days of the conflict, the Ukrainian military was much more agile than Russian forces in terms of adapting tactics and equipment.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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The newcomer builds upon the successful Leopard 50, but is larger, faster, and more agile than that 50-footer.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The sneakers are designed with a lightweight EVA midsole for flexible support and a rubber outsole that boosts durability.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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If your schedule is flexible, look at departures on weekdays, especially early and mid-week.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Athletic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/athletic. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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