Special Olympics

American

plural noun

an international program of fitness and athletic competition for children and adults who have mental and often physical disabilities, founded in 1968 and featuring events and quadrennial games modeled on those of the Olympics as well as regional and national competitions.

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Special Olympian

noun

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General aviation aircraft also provide volunteer support and critical flights for disaster relief, medical care, veterans’ needs and to the Special Olympics.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026

He partners with the Special Olympics to raise awareness and support for his sister and others with disabilities.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 11, 2025

"Jenkins just put your project and Special Olympics funding on the veto list," Fine wrote to West Melbourne City Councilman John Dittmore.

From Salon ● Apr. 2, 2025

He is the third Welsh Special Olympics athlete to run the London Marathon.

From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2024

The experience at Soldiers Field in Chicago inspired Boutilier to start the first Special Olympics Maine.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 29, 2024

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