1
as in to amuse
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
disported themselves with silly games while they waited in the airport
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2
as in to play
to engage in activity for amusement
a full-service resort where vacationers may disport at a variety of indoor and outdoor activities
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3
as in to cavort
to play and run about happily
the puppies disported in the backyard while we ate on the patio
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as in to display
to present so as to invite notice or attention
football fans triumphantly disported the sports memorabilia for which they had just paid extravagant prices
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Recent Examples of disport
Zeman has disported himself as one of Putin’s most outspoken allies inside the European Union, in particular as an opponent of the sanctions imposed on Russia after the invasion of Ukraine in 2014.
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David Frum, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2017
Today, in the face of widespread public revulsion, some of the marchers discover that being identified disporting themselves has unpleasant consequences.
—John E. McIntyre, baltimoresun.com, 14 Aug. 2017
They’re seen disporting in matching white bathrobes, doing Tai Chi or playing croquet or doing crossword puzzles or playing cards, seemingly living in slow motion on the manicured lawn and marbled patio of an enormous courtyard.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2017
David Frum, The Atlantic, 23 Oct. 2017
Today, in the face of widespread public revulsion, some of the marchers discover that being identified disporting themselves has unpleasant consequences.
—John E. McIntyre, baltimoresun.com, 14 Aug. 2017
They’re seen disporting in matching white bathrobes, doing Tai Chi or playing croquet or doing crossword puzzles or playing cards, seemingly living in slow motion on the manicured lawn and marbled patio of an enormous courtyard.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disport
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The process of arranging dinner amused and intimidated me.—
Matthew Kassel,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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Reflecting on the viral attention, Moseder remains amused by how a simple mishap captured the attention of millions online.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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But questions remain about whether will decide to play elsewhere or close the chapter on his storied career.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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Allen plays Roxie, a dying wife and mother who arrives in the trauma bay during the show’s second season.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Tiny hangers-on are tucked into pockets and cavort in crevices.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Students disrobed and cavorted at St. Louis University, Washington University in St. Louis and Washburn University in Topeka.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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Still, Banks needs to display a level of consistency that has been lacking to wrestle the starting job away during camp.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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However, writing of any kind, with any message, is prohibited per Major League Baseball’s Uniform Regulations which provides in part that, ‘(a) Player may not write, attach, affix, embroider or otherwise display nicknames or messages on apparel or playing equipment…’.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Most importantly, fans all over the world were entertained by the product.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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As Stephanie entertained the guests, Paul prepared dinner, methodically puttering in the kitchen all afternoon.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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Earlier this week, the actress, 35, broke out yet another pair of the sporty bottoms while frolicking around New York City.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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One prompted stories of an old cowboy sitting alone on a porch, surveying a ghost town; another prompted stories about a sun rising over a meadow, where tiny creatures awakened and started to frolic.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The bar is known for its mural of dancing pink ponies and fruity Island Rum Runner cocktails, a Pink Pony signature.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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The truffle vinaigrette drizzled atop imparts an earthy aroma and complexity that dances with the lobster and wagyu’s profiles.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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In May 2024, two young girls came home from their Winnetka daycare exhibiting abnormal behavior.—
Jeff Nguyen,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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The clarinettist Boris Allakhverdyan exhibited spectacular jazz chops in Artie Shaw’s Concerto for Clarinet.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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“Disport.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disport. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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