I watched the Olympics. vs I watched the Olympics game

The correct phrase is 'I watched the Olympics.' The word 'Olympics' is already a plural noun, so it does not need the word 'game' after it. Using 'Olympics game' is incorrect in this context.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 637 views

I watched the Olympics.

This phrase is correct. 'Olympics' is a plural noun that refers to the international sports event.

Use this phrase when referring to watching the Olympic Games, which is an international multi-sport event held every four years.

Examples:

I watched the Olympics on TV last night.
She is a big fan of the Olympics.
Have you ever attended the Olympics in person?
The Olympics are a great opportunity to see athletes from around the world.
He dreams of competing in the Olympics one day.

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I watched the sheriff build this house.
I watched the Malaysian Grand Prix today.
I watched the tape and no one stole anything.
Also, I watched the finale of Glee.
Sunbae-nim, I watched the awards.
I watched the South Carolina one again.
I watched the video of your interview with John Bowden.
Then I watched the company lie to you.
I watched the video of our wedding.
I watched the press conference this morning.
I watched the world die, Ramse... everyone.
And I watched the life drain from her body.
I watched the video, too.
I watched the Bronx die from what this idiot judge is trying to shove down our throats.
I watched the tape, Em.
I watched the video Of stokes getting blown out of the airlock.
I watched the couple that raised me explode in a van.
I watched the video at least 10 times.
I watched the sun come up with David.
I mean, I watched the Scribbler build it.

I watched the Olympics game

This phrase is incorrect. 'Olympics' is already a plural noun and does not need 'game' after it.

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Azerbaijan is bidding to hold the Olympic Games in 2016.
Steve Prefontaine wins the Olympic trials and qualifies for his first Olympic Games.
If it's the Olympic games, there are hundreds of countries.
The Olympic Games, the Commissioner said, are not a political event.
The Olympic Games coming to London in 2012 is such an opportunity for my region.
I should like to congratulate you on winning the contest for hosting the Olympic Games.
The Olympic Games started in 1896 and we saw war stop.
Today the Olympic Games are showing their true value.
I appeal for a boycott of the Olympic Games.
I would like also to reflect on the imminence of the Olympic Games.
Mr President, you also mentioned the question of the Olympic Games in China.
Let me finally say a word on the question of the Olympic Games.
Ladies and gentlemen, the Olympic Games are a symbol of peace and reconciliation.
All European governments should act in unison and boycott the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.
Of course the Olympic Games offer political options.
I have already mentioned the statements of the Ministers for Sport regarding the Olympic Games.
This summer the Olympic Games will be held in China.
I cannot understand how China was ever allowed to organise the Olympic Games.
The Olympic Games has never been all about sport.
The Olympic Games are a good opportunity for such measures.

Alternatives:

I watched the Olympics.
I watched the Olympic Games.
I watched the Olympic event.
I watched the Olympic competition.
I watched the Olympic sports.

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I watched the Olympics. vs I watched the Olympics game