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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Sports & Fitness

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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
course
[noun]

an area of land or water used for races, sports, and other similar activities

Ex: The soccer course was lined with vibrant green turf , where players honed their dribbling and passing skills .
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court
[noun]

an area where people can play basketball, tennis, etc.

Ex: He practices his serve on the tennis court every morning.
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any sport or activity that involves high risk and adrenaline, often performed in challenging environments such as skydiving and hang gliding

Ex: He injured his leg while participating in extreme sports.
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field
[noun]

a piece of land used for playing a game or sport on

Ex: The soccer team practices on the field behind the school .
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fitness
[noun]

the state of being in good physical condition, typically as a result of regular exercise and proper nutrition

Ex: Maintaining fitness is essential for a healthy and active lifestyle .
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gym
[noun]

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

Ex: I saw her lifting weights at the gym yesterday .
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a sport that develops and displays one's agility, balance, coordination, and strength

Ex: After watching the Olympic gymnastics events , she was inspired to enroll in a local gymnastics club .
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to move on ice using special boots with metal blades attached to them

Ex: She ice skated in the competition and won first place.
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lap
[noun]

movement once around a course

Ex: The runners slowed after the second lap.
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penalty
[noun]

(in games and sports) a disadvantage that a team or player is given for violating a rule

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pitch
[noun]

a flat ground prepared and marked for playing particular sports, such as soccer

Ex: They practiced their passes on the training pitch all week .
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referee
[noun]

an official who is in charge of a game, making sure the rules are obeyed by the players

Ex: After reviewing the video footage , the referee overturned the initial call , awarding a penalty kick to the opposing team .
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to row
[Verb]

to move a boat or other watercraft through water using oars or paddles

Ex: During the regatta , people gathered to watch the skilled athletes row their boats with speed and precision .
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to ski
[Verb]

to move on snow on two sliding bars that are worn on the feet

Ex: Last season , the friends skied together on challenging trails .
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spectator
[noun]

a person who watches sport competitions closely

Ex: The referee had to remind the spectators to remain seated during the game to ensure everyone had a clear view of the action .
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squash
[noun]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

Ex: The objective of squash is to hit the ball against the front wall in a way that makes it difficult for the opponent to return .
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team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: A well-functioning team fosters a supportive environment where each member 's strengths are valued .
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track
[noun]

a course that is used for racing, usually round, and with multiple lanes

Ex: The school installed a new track for their athletics program .
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exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: Yoga is a great exercise for relaxation and flexibility .
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contest
[noun]

a competition in which participants compete to defeat their opponents

Ex: The chess contest between the two grandmasters lasted for hours .
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to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

Ex: We usually exercise in the morning to start our day energetically .
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