The Arts is a broad subdivision of culture, comprised of many expressive disciplines. In modern usage, it is a broader term than art, which usually means the visual arts (comprised of both fine art and crafts).

A precise definition of the arts can be contentious, but the following areas of activity are usually included:

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Why Alex Rodriguez Struggles In The Clutch
Wed, 03 Sep 2008 01:01:00 -0400
Some players just don't seem comfortable in team sports, however talented they may be. Commentator Frank Deford says Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees is one such athlete, an outstanding player who nevertheless buckles under pressure to produce for his teammates.
The Art Of Winning And Losing
Mon, 01 Sep 2008 15:15:00 -0400
There's an art to winning and losing. A little league coach, the head coach of a high school football team whose team lost 44 games in a row and a sports writer explain why victory should not be the only goal.
MLB Instant Replays, NFL Analyzed
Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:02:00 -0400
Howard Bryant, a senior writer for ESPN.com and ESPN The Magazine, talks about baseball's use of instant replays and NFL's kickoff week.

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