high jumper
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of high jumper
First recorded in 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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His father, a former high jumper, chose his son’s given name of Sorato, which is written with characters that mean “sky” and “jump.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Aug. 2, 2025
She finished second last year in the Southern Section Masters Meet at 46 feet and third in the state championship after being a high jumper as a freshman.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2025
Italian high jumper Gianmarco Tamberi made headlines in Paris late last month when he shared a heartfelt tribute to his wife after losing his wedding ring in the Seine River during the Games’ opening ceremony.
From Salon • Aug. 6, 2024
For now, high jumper Mariya Lasitskene has her athletics-fashion show-music event to keep her busy.
From BBC • Aug. 5, 2024
Wart jumped for the sill and automatically gave himself an extra kid: with his wings, just as a high jumper swings his arms.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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