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Olympics

Pronunciation: [əˈlɪm.pɪks]

Word

Context: "games"

(noun) The Olympics are big sports events that happen every four years. Athletes from many countries come together to compete in different sports. It's exciting to watch and see who wins the medals!

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The Olympics were held in Tokyo last summer, and many people enjoyed watching the competitions.

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There won't be any Olympics this year due to the pandemic.

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Which sports are you most excited to watch in the Olympics?

Context: "history"

(noun) The Olympics started a long time ago in ancient Greece. They celebrated peace and brought people together to compete for glory and honor.

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The history of the Olympics shows how sports can unite different cultures.

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Not everyone knows about the ancient Olympics and their significance.

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Why were the ancient Olympics important to the Greeks?

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