athleticism
noun
ath·let·i·cism
ath-ˈle-tə-ˌsi-zəm 
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While athleticism and maximum effort are always evident with Volpe, the Yankees desperately need stability at shortstop right now instead of below-average performances accompanied by ongoing concerns at third base.
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Wayne G. McDonnell, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
At 6-foot-5, Karros has the athleticism, arm and instincts to play third base at an elite level.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
Lawrence has the strength to hold the point of attack against the run and the athleticism to rush the passer at a high level.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 23 July 2025
The athleticism runs deep — Coach James’ oldest son, Corban, was a two-time district defensive MVP at Heights and played college ball at Northwestern State and Tarleton State, while their sister, Dionna, set school records in track and competed at the UIL state meet before joining UNT.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2025
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Wayne G. McDonnell, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
At 6-foot-5, Karros has the athleticism, arm and instincts to play third base at an elite level.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 25 July 2025
Lawrence has the strength to hold the point of attack against the run and the athleticism to rush the passer at a high level.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 23 July 2025
The athleticism runs deep — Coach James’ oldest son, Corban, was a two-time district defensive MVP at Heights and played college ball at Northwestern State and Tarleton State, while their sister, Dionna, set school records in track and competed at the UIL state meet before joining UNT.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2025
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“Athleticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/athleticism. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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