How to Use sporty in a Sentence

sporty

adjective
  • For starters, the sporty style offers the best of both worlds.
    Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE.com, 31 May 2022
  • The Kia Stinger is sporty, fast, and a whole lot of fun.
    Maren Estrada, BGR, 30 Apr. 2022
  • Throw it over a sporty sweater or T-shirt and call it a day.
    Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 24 Aug. 2023
  • Like the unpromising shape, the feel of the car is just not very sporty.
    Kevin Smith, Car and Driver, 26 Dec. 2022
  • The sculpted hood helps make the front even more stylish and sporty, too.
    Maren Estrada, BGR, 26 Mar. 2022
  • These would go best with The Dolphin Top for a sporty day on the sand.
    Laura Gurfein, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
  • Their hair is always worn long, the skirts short, sporty, and tight.
    Jihan Forbes, Allure, 19 May 2022
  • To complete the ~vibes~, Bella threw on athletic crew socks to add a sporty flare to the 'fit.
    Abby Dupes, Seventeen, 20 Sep. 2022
  • For a sporty vibe, Adidas' crossbody bag is a great pick.
    Jenna Clark, Women's Health, 20 Mar. 2023
  • The details at the hands were also sporty with a finger hole on each hand.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 24 June 2024
  • Meanwhile, the active, sporty type can enjoy the full-size tennis court and the in-house sauna.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 June 2023
  • Meghan Markle has been known to show off her sporty side with a pair of Veja sneakers.
    Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 1 June 2022
  • There's something sporty chic about a good ringer tee, and La Ligne's passes the vibe check with ease.
    Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 Apr. 2022
  • On the other hand, more rugged, sporty styles are best for walking and hiking.
    Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2023
  • The groom wore a crisp black tuxedo from E&S Formal and paired the suit a with a sporty pair of Jordan sneakers.
    Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2023
  • The sporty sandals have a foam footbed that adapts to the shape of your foot over time and provides a ton of cushiony comfort.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 3 July 2023
  • Pair with stylish flats or comfy sneakers for a chic or sporty look.
    Karla Pope, Woman's Day, 24 May 2022
  • For the engagement, the royal style icon looked sporty in a striped shirt and white shorts with gold details.
    Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 31 July 2022
  • Out here, in nature and benevolent hands, guns seem to me more sporty than evil.
    Rachel Levin, Bon Appétit, 19 Sep. 2022
  • Take a look at sporty styles for hanging on the weekends or more dressed-up jackets for nights out.
    Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 1 Feb. 2023
  • Two sporty Audi models idle under bright lights in the tent.
    Evan S. Benn, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
  • Today, the fanny pack has evolved from a sporty knapsack to a bonafide trendy staple.
    Shelby Ying Hyde, harpersbazaar.com, 31 May 2023
  • There will also be an even sportier variant called the R3X.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024
  • On the other side of the style spectrum, this Carhartt backpack has a rugged look that’s less sporty but designed to be tough.
    Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 29 July 2022
  • Some cars are meant to be cruisers rather than rockets, but don't think that means the Panamera isn't sporty.
    Elana Scherr, Car and Driver, 6 Apr. 2022
  • Customers who don’t need all-wheel-drive but want a sporty driving feel can get rear-wheel-drive.
    Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN, 18 July 2022
  • Kate Middleton and Prince William are going back to their sporty roots!
    Monique Jessen, Peoplemag, 13 Oct. 2022
  • If your style leans sporty, these are an excellent choice.
    Sara Gaynes Levy, Peoplemag, 17 Oct. 2022
  • What’s more, these look especially fresh when worn with sporty white socks and a frilly dress or jean skirt.
    Liz Doupnik, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2024
  • On Friday the 2024 Paris Olympics begin, giving the eyewear a sporty super boost.
    Thomas Waller, WWD, 22 July 2024

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