Basketball

usgb/ˈbæskɪtbɔːl/
noun

It's a game where two teams try to throw a big, round ball into the other team's hoop to score points.

He loves to play basketball every weekend.
Visual representation of "basketball" - It's a game where two teams try to throw a big, round ball into the other team's hoop to score points.

Often appears as...

  • play basketball
  • professional basketball
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Global Popularity

Basketball is known worldwide, so mentioning it can connect you with people from many cultures.

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Watching the basketball finals is exciting internationally.
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Team Spirit

Refers to cooperation and camaraderie among players, often used metaphorically in other team contexts.

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Our office works like a basketball team, everyone plays their part.
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Action-Packed

Implies excitement and continuous movement, oftentimes used to describe a dynamic situation.

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The project planning was as action-packed as a basketball game.
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