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Athlete

/ˈæˌθlit/
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(noun) A participant in any of a group of sporting activities including track and field, road running, cross country running and racewalking.

The athlete was full of spirit and confidence.
An athlete must keep in good condition.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He is a very gifted ____ who has won many medals for his local school.

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