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cheerleaders

n. plural-only
B1 Intermediate US //ˈtʃɪɹˌɫidɝz// UK //tʃˈiəliːdəz// cheer·lead·ers

n. people who lead the crowd in shouting and dancing to support a sports team. They usually wear uniforms and perform during breaks in the game.

n. members of a group that performs structured routines involving dance, tumbling, and chanting to encourage spectators at sporting events. Often used figuratively to describe enthusiastic supporters of a person or idea.


SIMPLE

The cheerleaders perform a high jump during the halftime show.

CONTEXTUAL

During the final minutes of the championship game, the cheerleaders led the crowd in a loud chant to motivate the players.

COMPLEX

While traditionally associated with sideline support at football games, modern cheerleaders are often elite athletes who compete in national championships that require immense physical strength and coordination.

Synonyms
Usage

The plural form of 'cheerleader'. Takes plural verb agreement.

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