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Recent Examples of sporty
Channing Tatum relied on a sporty phrase from football coach Vince Lombardi for his 1998 Tampa Catholic High School yearbook quote.
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Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
At a time when activewear is increasingly interchangeable, Addison Bay stands apart from the crowd with picks that are equal parts sporty and full of personality.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Adistar Control 5 Sneakers, $84 (Originally $120) Adidas slashed prices on its hottest sneakers; everything from cool-girl Japan sneakers and trending animal-print shoes to sporty SL 72s are up to 50 percent off.
—Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 4 June 2026
Lightweight, sporty and comfortable, these sandals are perfect for toddlers, young children and older kids.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
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Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
At a time when activewear is increasingly interchangeable, Addison Bay stands apart from the crowd with picks that are equal parts sporty and full of personality.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Adistar Control 5 Sneakers, $84 (Originally $120) Adidas slashed prices on its hottest sneakers; everything from cool-girl Japan sneakers and trending animal-print shoes to sporty SL 72s are up to 50 percent off.
—Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 4 June 2026
Lightweight, sporty and comfortable, these sandals are perfect for toddlers, young children and older kids.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sporty
Adjective
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The neighborhood/area Located just 25 miles south of Los Angeles, Long Beach offers a more relaxed coastal escape from the hustle and bustle of the City of Angels.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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The airy design gives it an easy, relaxed look that pairs well with denim shorts, linen pants, or a swimsuit cover-up.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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The largely informal opposition had consisted mainly of local cities that warned another sales tax would disproportionately burden the poorest residents and force shoppers across the county border in hopes of finding lower costs.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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An informal settlement is a residential area where housing units have been constructed without official rights to the land.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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The Fairmont draws a diverse crowd—from business travelers to couples celebrating anniversaries, to casual visitors—creating a lively but laid-back atmosphere.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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Amenities include Sunset Beach with complimentary chairs and umbrellas for guests and the new Captiva Landing water playground with waterslides, a lazy river, arcade, and casual restaurant.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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“Sporty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sporty. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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