team player
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of team player
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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U.S. men’s national team player Tim Weah also was present at the Mamdani press conference.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
"I don't really focus on that," said Smith-Njigba, a team player who also does a surprising amount of blocking for a star wide receiver.
From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026
But Mitchell is a team player, so in the end, Rapaport survives to squawk another day and probably complain about life’s unfairness over that evening’s pasta buffet.
From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026
The former U.S. national team player added that the timing is especially favorable for soccer in this country, with the arrival of the World Cup, the Olympics and the changes planned for the MLS schedule.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2025
Jay is strong, kind, a good partner and team player.
From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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