the Olympics

noun

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

Examples of the Olympics in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The legendary sports broadcaster, most known for his work in golf and the Olympics, died today at 64. — Zach Dean, FOXNews.com, 12 Nov. 2026

After the $517-million bankruptcy sale closes, the developers’ next goal will be to make Oceanwide Plaza — which is expected to be renamed at some point — presentable for the Olympics, Petty said. — Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2026

Hicks called swimming at the Olympics eight times with Rowdy Gaines. — Joe Reedy, Chicago Tribune, 12 Nov. 2026

Kevin Fiala, who hasn’t played since breaking his leg at the Olympics last season, has also been nearing a return. — Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 11 Nov. 2026