cheerleading
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of cheerleading
Example Sentences
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Weaver and her spouse also shared some emotional insight into their life since her time on the cheerleading squad came to an end several months ago.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
The latest America's Sweethearts picks up with the cheerleading squad after previous seasons have aired and shows them dealing with their new-found fame.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
The big unknown is whether this cheerleading translates into effective leadership, said Wells.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 20, 2026
Of course, only a small number of technology companies are driving bullish earnings revisions and pushing the stock market higher, but the market mob, and their cheerleading commentariat, don’t seem to care.
From Barron's ● Apr. 22, 2026
I did not think cheerleading tryouts would matter, but I was not so sure about yelling at your mother.
From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech
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