23-Apr-2007, 15:23
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 Re: Redundant phrases
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Originally Posted by sydneysider  Mnn...An athlete is someone who possesses the natural or acquired traits, such as strength, agility, and endurance, that are necessary for physical exercise.
A "sport athlete" is repetitive and is definitely a case of stating the obvious. In my opinion this phrase belongs to the same category of tautology. | Excellent response!
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