Sports Ethics

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a place or thing that is not allowed to be accessed or used

adjective not allowed or permitted; prohibited

  • Certain areas of the building are off limits to unauthorized personnel.
  • Hey, that room is off limits, don't go in there!
  • Dude, that party is off limits to anyone not on the guest list.
  • When it comes to discussing her personal life, she's completely off limits.

noun a propaganda strategy used by organizations or governments to improve their public image through sports-related activities or events

  • Sportswashing is a term used to describe the practice of countries using sports events to improve their public image.
  • Have you heard of sportswashing? It's when countries try to boost their reputation through sports.
  • Sportswashing is like when a country tries to cover up their bad actions with sports stuff.
  • Sportswashing is like putting a fresh coat of paint on a damaged reputation.