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sportscasting

American  
[spawrts-kas-ting, -kah-sting, spohrts-] / ˈspɔrtsˌkæs tɪŋ, -ˌkɑ stɪŋ, ˈspoʊrts- /

noun

  1. the reporting of a sports event by radio or television broadcast.

  2. the occupation of a sportscaster.


Etymology

Origin of sportscasting

First recorded in 1965–70; sportscast + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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This profession demands a new prime directive: an unswerving commitment to truth-telling, rather than cheerleading, sportscasting or seeking to win a popularity contest.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2022

He went into sportscasting, where it helps to be showy, or at least a little glib.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 9, 2021

The former Miss America who became a female sportscasting pioneer on CBS’ “The NFL Today” and served as the first lady of Kentucky.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2020

To many young women who hoped to have careers in sportscasting, seeing her sharing the studio desk with Mr. Musburger, Mr. Cross and Mr. Snyder and discussing the day’s games was inspiring.

From New York Times • May 16, 2020

Buck’s foray into this realm of playful sportscasting began with a text from his boss, who joked he could call Internet videos to stay sharp.

From Washington Post • Mar. 31, 2020

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