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Expression of the Day
Puzzle #331 · April 28, 2026

court side

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Every day one two-word expression or compound word used in American English.

Courtside refers to the area immediately adjacent to a sports court, especially in basketball where the court boundaries meet spectator seating. In boxing the equivalent term is ringside.

Courtside, or ringside, seating represents premium positioning placing spectators extremely close to athletic action, enabling viewing details invisible to distant observers. This close-in seating commands premium prices reflecting the enhanced experience proximity provides. Television broadcasts frequently show courtside celebrities attending basketball games, creating cultural cache around courtside attendance. The experience appeals to dedicated fans willing to pay premium prices for enhanced access and visibility.
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  • Puzzle #331 on April 28, 2026
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