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In ancient timesthe Greek city-state of Sparta had a reputation for the severe and highly disciplined way of life it enforced among its citizensso as to keep them ready for war at any time. Physical training was required for both men and women. A boy would begin his military training at 7 and would live in army barracks for much of his lifeeven after he was married. Todaywhen a cargo ship or a remote beach resort offers "spartan accommodations," some tourists jump at the chance for a refreshing change from the luxuries they've been used to—and no one worries that they'll be forced out of bed at dawn to participate in war games.
Examples of Spartan in a Sentence
Dana O’NeilCNN Money28 Mar. 2026
Once the credits have finished rollingretreat to sleep in one of their funky Spartan trailerskitted out in Atomic Age furnishings.
—Zoey GotoTravel + Leisure8 Mar. 2026
Spartan statements move shared work forward.
—Tarot.comNew York Daily News6 Mar. 2026
His teams aren’t always the most talented or refinedbut every Spartan opponent knows to bring a hardhat and some extra ice packs.
—Austin MeekNew York Times6 Mar. 2026
Some Cyber Spartan teammates also participate in other extracurricular activitiesmaking their time in the lab that much more important.
—Michael ButlerMiami Herald3 Mar. 2026
Kratos began as a Spartan warrior and a servant of Aresthe Greek god of war.
—Nick RomanoEntertainment Weekly27 Feb. 2026
In 2024her former Spartan teammateBridget Williamscompeted in the 2024 Summer Olympics as a pole vaulterplacing 22nd overall.
—Christopher DeroseCBS News3 Feb. 2026
The Wolverines' first-half punch exposed Spartan weaknesses and MSU coach Tom Izzo is promising a lineup changenot panicafter the loss.
—Leah OlajideFreep.com31 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Spartan.” Merriam-Webster.com DictionaryMerriam-Websterhttps://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Spartan. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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Spartan
1 of 2 noun
Spartan
2 of 2 adjective
