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Recent Examples of sportsman
The sportsman, who made headlines for defeating Lorenzo Musetti in a 2023 Davis Cup Finals group stage match, broke into the top 100 ranking in 2024 and claimed his first ATP title at the 2025 Libéma Open.
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Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 9 Mar. 2026
Compagnie Industriale Sportivo Italia—better known as Cisitalia—was founded by Italian industrialist and sportsman Piero Dusio in 1946.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
It was once owned by Briggs Cunningham, American entrepreneur, sportsman, winning America's Cup skipper, racing driver, race team owner, and winning constructor in sports car racing.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
An avid sportsman, Printz shared his passion for the ocean and wilderness with his family.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
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Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 9 Mar. 2026
Compagnie Industriale Sportivo Italia—better known as Cisitalia—was founded by Italian industrialist and sportsman Piero Dusio in 1946.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2026
It was once owned by Briggs Cunningham, American entrepreneur, sportsman, winning America's Cup skipper, racing driver, race team owner, and winning constructor in sports car racing.
—New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
An avid sportsman, Printz shared his passion for the ocean and wilderness with his family.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sportsman
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Alexander was a hunter and gamekeeper on the Auch Estate, a massive 68-square mile farm in the Scottish Highlands near Bridge of Orchy.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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Luckily, a duck hunter happened upon it, and repair crews patched it that night.—
John Ryan,
NPR,
3 May 2026
Noun
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Few manage to design and book high-end active trips with more finesse than the Canadian, herself an avid sportswoman.—
The Editors,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2026
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The sportswoman has filed a police report with Metro’s Summerlin Area Command, according to the outlet.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
12 Nov. 2025
Noun
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An unconventional friendship with the rebellious, daring huntress Sely supports her journey to self-realisation and acceptance.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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The ballet, about the romance between a regal huntress and a simple shepherd in ancient Greece, features Léo Delibes’ memorable score.—
Arts Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Orion was a giant huntsman whom Zeus placed amongst the stars, securing his place in heroic tales for all time.—
Taylor Grothe,
Parents,
10 Apr. 2026
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Though who’s the better huntsman may never be known, the two have specialized in tracking down quarterbacks and running backs for the Cavs.—
Colby Gordon,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Dec. 2025
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“Sportsman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sportsman. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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