1
as in playing
to engage in activity for amusement
from sailing to snorkeling, each day we sported at a different activity offered by the beach resort
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2
as in dancing
to play and run about happily
the millionaire's grandchildren sporting on the estate's spacious grounds
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3
as in displaying
to present so as to invite notice or attention
sported his flashy new car by driving it all over town
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as in gambolling
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sporting
Verb
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Deion Sanders began his NFL career with the Falcons in 1989, also playing baseball for the New York Yankees and Atlanta Braves well into the 1990s.—
Dan Pompei,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024 -
This team is still playing hard, evidenced by four wins in their past five games.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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Currently, the vehicles are capable of recreating 90–95 percent of the speed of a human driver, according to Pau.—
Roberto Baldwin,
Ars Technica,
22 Dec. 2024
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Another thing that impresses me a lot more is its commitment to recreating the atmosphere and mise-en-scène of the feature films.—
Benedict Cosgrove,
Newsweek,
20 Dec. 2024
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Highlights include a gallery exhibiting student artwork — photography, drawing, painting, 3D artwork and ceramics — along with performances by Mariachi bands, Ballet Folklórico dancers and student musicians and dancers.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Mar. 2025
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While initial claims are above the lows, the level is not exhibiting a strong uptrend or at a level consistent with economic woes.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Because of their tiny size, these monkeys are incredible jumpers, capable of leaping up to 16 feet.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2025
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The latter was dismissed by another leaping salmon catch by Glenn Phillips.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The survey results reiterated prior consumer polls showing the importance of various options.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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Back in October, TMZ reported news of an alleged split between the pair, but shortly after, the couple was spotted in Tokyo showing much love and affection to one another.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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Red Bull Racing is ready for the upcoming season by unveiling their 2025 car, the RB21.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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This year, Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, will deliver a keynote at the Sphere in Las Vegas, marking the airline’s 100th anniversary and unveiling a bold vision for the next century of travel.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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One issue that is rarely mentioned involves the potential harsh blowback that heavy drinkers might experience when suddenly skipping alcohol for a full month.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Evaluate which rooms need the most regular attention (skipping the places that aren't normally seen, like the guest room), and map out which cleaning tasks can be completed on a weekly or monthly basis.—
Linley Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Jan. 2025
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Their everlasting merrymaking might seem warm and fuzzy at first glance, but in truth, there is a gloomy undercurrent to their existence, hiding just beneath the surface.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
25 May 2025
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Alternatively, the Perry Lane Hotel, as well as the brand-new, Ann Savannah, will put you in the heart of the merrymaking.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Sporting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sporting. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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