sportsmanship
noun
sports·man·ship
ˈspȯrts-mən-ˌship 
: conduct (such as fairness, respect for one's opponent, and graciousness in winning or losing) becoming to one participating in a sport
Examples of sportsmanship in a Sentence
He's a great player who's also admired for his sportsmanship.
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When a team uses a scheme or technology to steal signs, that’s often viewed as breaking the bounds of sportsmanship.
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Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 4 May 2024
She’s faced the highest of highs and experienced the downsides of that attention, including commentary about everything from her performances to her sportsmanship and hair.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
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Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 4 May 2024
She’s faced the highest of highs and experienced the downsides of that attention, including commentary about everything from her performances to her sportsmanship and hair.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for sportsmanship
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“Sportsmanship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sportsmanship. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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sportsmanship
noun
sports·man·ship
ˈspō(ə)rt-smən-ˌship
ˈspȯ(ə)rt-
: fair play, respect for opponents, and gracious behavior in winning or losing
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