pentathlons

plural of pentathlon

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pentathlons
Noun
  • Erica Fox was a swimmer and triathlete who had done two half-Ironmans and numerous other triathlons and who for almost 20 years did an annual triathlon called Escape From Alcatraz, her father said.
    Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 22 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Sarah Strong is not playing any international tournaments this summer, and limiting her on-court wear and tear to try to get her calf and Achilles issues behind her.
    Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 19 June 2026
  • The legend from Latrobe, Pennsylvania, won numerous major tournaments over an illustrious career that spanned several decades.
    Letters to the Editor, Washington Post, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • The lightweight, toner-meets-serum formula also layers in niacinamide and adenosine for anyone chasing a bouncy, healthy glow.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 24 June 2026
  • Sticky toffee pudding intersects with orange bitters for some sweet-meets-sour interplay, followed by light fruits including plantains and grapefruit candy.
    David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • The entire cast is part of an underground ballroom competition, going claw to claw in matchups that rank the best poses, death drops, outfits, name brands, and choreography.
    CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2026
  • Washington hosts Minnesota on Wednesday in the second of two straight matchups.
    CBS News, CBS News, 22 June 2026
Noun
  • In a rematch of the WNBA’s first-ever game from June 21, 1997, the Sparks overcame a 17-point Liberty lead, all while celebrating the inaugural matchup — and iconic alumni — that changed women’s sports forever.
    Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026
  • Sling Orange is targeted for sports and family networks, with access to 30-plus live channels including CNN, Disney Channel and, of course, ESPN.
    Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • In addition to men’s, women’s and senior amateur tourneys, check into the Frost Off event at Kennedy, the Elk Scat Scramble at Evergreen and the Master’s Scramble at Willis Case.
    Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
  • But after entering the 2021 and 2022 play-in tourneys as the East’s 10th-place team, Charlotte was eliminated in the first game of both play-ins.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • No team has ever forced an opponent into scoring an own goal in back-to-back games.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 June 2026
  • Gelof extended his hitting streak to 23 games — the longest active run in the majors.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • Health officials said the risk of exposure could increase as summer travel ramps up and Los Angeles welcomes international visitors for FIFA World Cup events being held in the region.
    Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
  • Why not invest just as seriously in recreation centers, evening sports leagues, arts programs, neighborhood events and summer employment opportunities designed specifically for teenagers?
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
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“Pentathlons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pentathlons. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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