the Olympics

noun

: a series of international athletic contests held in a different country once every four years

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Recent Examples on the Web

Shot put is Hwang’s preferred event, but there aren’t enough throwers in her classification for the event to be held at the Olympics. — Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026

The goal to prevent a traffic meltdown during the Olympics relies heavily on an even greater operation. — Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026

Jones never medaled in the Olympics but won two World Indoor Championships in the 60-meter hurdles and two world championships in bobsleigh events. — Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026

At the Olympics closing ceremony, Kavinsky performed the song with Phoenix and Belgian signer Angèle. — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 29 July 2026