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Axar struck again, however, by running around at deep mid-wicket and tossing the ball athletically to Shivam Dube to end a partnership of 77 in 39 balls.
From BBC ● Mar. 5, 2026
The theme of season 2 is “Strong vs. Smart,” pitting 100 athletically inclined contestants against 100 contestants who run on brainpower.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 3, 2026
“Although attractive physically and athletically built, Aaron found himself insecure and unable to initiate relationships,” Orr wrote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 29, 2025
"I think he is going to help me just really explore how far I can go, like athletically," Raducanu said.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2024
One is Zach Philippi, a six-foot-two, athletically built senior who has been in just one previous play.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
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