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Omnium

usgb/ˈɑːmniəm/Volume
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Cycling EventPlay
Omnium in this context refers to a multi-race cycling competition, not just a single race. SlideThe cyclist trained hard for the omnium, knowing it included multiple events.
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Sports UsagePlay
'Omnium' is specifically used in track cycling, and using it in another sport may confuse listeners. SlideThe commentator excitedly announced the start of the omnium.
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Olympic TermPlay
Omnium is commonly heard during the Olympics, so associate it with major sporting events. SlideViewers worldwide watched the Olympic omnium with great interest.