sportsmanship
Americannoun
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the character, practice, or skill of a sportsman.
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sportsmanlike conduct, as fairness, courtesy, being a cheerful loser, etc.
Etymology
Origin of sportsmanship
Example Sentences
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Olympic qualification doesn’t involve a political litmus test—only citizenship, sportsmanship and skill.
It may be a hokey child’s trophy from a bygone era, like a scout’s badge or sportsmanship ribbon.
Despite his disappointment, Djokovic showed his sportsmanship by clambering over the net to warmly hug Alcaraz on creating a slice of history.
From BBC
“This is about the integrity of sport and code of ethics that upholds sportsmanship, fair play, integrity, respect and community,” Uhlaender said in a post on X.
From Los Angeles Times
Asked where he learned about sportsmanship, Gonzalez said, “It’s what I was taught by my mom and coaches. Be a good person no matter what.”
From Los Angeles Times
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