unsporting
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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Molina may also face disciplinary action for one count of alleged unsporting behaviour under article 14.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
This seemed rather unsporting among incumbents of the same party and delegation, which is often indicative of a backstory.
From Slate ● Feb. 28, 2026
For "unsporting behaviour", Moroccan forward Ismael Saibari was handed a three-match ban and a fine of $100,000, while captain and defender Achraf Hakimi was suspended for two matches.
From Barron's ● Jan. 29, 2026
Wayne Drinkwater, the director of the GB Ultras race, said that after the ultramarathon he received information that a runner had gained an "unsporting, competitive advantage during a section of the event".
From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2023
Look at the siege of Mont St. Michel, at which it was considered unsporting to win through the defenders’ lack of water.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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