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bobsledding

American  
[bob-sled-ing] / ˈbɒbˌslɛd ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the sport of coasting or competing in races on a bobsled.


Etymology

Origin of bobsledding

First recorded in 1830–40; bobsled + -ing 1

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Michelle has her hopes, this fearless young woman who took to bobsledding on her second time down the track.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 16, 2026

While all share the commonality of being unconventional competitors in a space where they’re considered to be a rarity, bobsledding and ski jumping originated as European sports.

From Salon Aug. 13, 2024

Indeed, Herschel Walker’s athletic record made him a state icon—he’s not only a former college football and NFL star, but he once also competed on the Olympic bobsledding team.

From Slate Oct. 12, 2022

After a friend explained bobsledding, he was intrigued.

From Washington Post Feb. 13, 2022

"I used to do a lot of bobsledding myself," said the professor, who was well liked by nearly all the cadets.

From The Rover Boys on a Hunt or The Mysterious House in the Woods by Edward Stratemeyer

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