physicality
noun
phys·i·cal·i·ty
ˌfi-zə-ˈka-lə-tē 
plural physicalities
1
: intensely physical orientation : predominance of the physical usually at the expense of the mental, spiritual, or social
2
: a physical aspect or quality
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While Cleveland deserves credit for advancing past Toronto, physicality from the Raptors gave the Cavaliers problems and could serve as a blueprint for the rugged Pistons ahead of the second-round matchup.
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Scott Phillips, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The coaches also appreciated his physicality against the run and pass.
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may 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 May 2026
Wembanyama’s general dominance can be diminished via physicality.
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But along with the growth came viral debate about on-court physicality and media coverage, especially among many of the new fans Clark brought to the sport.
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Scott Phillips, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The coaches also appreciated his physicality against the run and pass.
—Mike Kaye
may 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 May 2026
Wembanyama’s general dominance can be diminished via physicality.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
But along with the growth came viral debate about on-court physicality and media coverage, especially among many of the new fans Clark brought to the sport.
—Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for physicality
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“Physicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physicality. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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