sporting life

• Expression désignant un mode de vie ou une carrière centré sur le sport, l'athlétisme ou les activités de compétition.

A phrase referring to a lifestyle or career centered around sports, athletics, or competitive activities.

1. Lifestyle centered on sportsB2formal

   A way of living that involves active participation in or a strong interest in sports and athletic activities.

   vie sportive

   • He has always enjoyed the sporting life, spending weekends playing tennis and golf.
   • The documentary explores the sporting life of professional athletes.
   • She chose a sporting life over a corporate career.

2. Fair play and sportsmanshipC1informalbritish

   A metaphorical reference to behaving with integrity, fairness, and generosity, especially in competitive situations.

   esprit sportif

   • He gave his opponent another chance; that's the sporting life for you.
   • In business, a bit of the sporting life can go a long way.
   • She showed true sporting life by admitting her mistake.