physicality
noun
phys·i·cal·i·ty
ˌfi-zə-ˈka-lə-tē 
plural physicalities
1
: intensely physical orientation : predominance of the physical usually at the expense of the mental, spiritual, or social
2
: a physical aspect or quality
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The second half was more of the same as Colorado’s physicality took over.
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Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
The linebacker is known for his physicality, which will be needed if the Buccaneers don't re-sign veteran Lavonte David.
—Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The team has defended with more physicality, and communicated louder and with more regularity.
—James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Read here about the role physicality plays in the sport.
—Payton Titus, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
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Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
The linebacker is known for his physicality, which will be needed if the Buccaneers don't re-sign veteran Lavonte David.
—Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
The team has defended with more physicality, and communicated louder and with more regularity.
—James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026
Read here about the role physicality plays in the sport.
—Payton Titus, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Mar. 2026
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“Physicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physicality. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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