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Cambridge English: CAE (C1 Advanced)

an organized event at which multiple athletic competitions are staged

Ex: The coach reviewed the entrants ' event list so each athlete knew when to report during the sports meeting.
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athletics
[noun]

the sport of competing in track and field events, including running races and various competitions in jumping and throwing

Ex: The town celebrated when two local athletes medaled in the regional athletics meet .
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away game
[noun]

a competition that is held at the ground of an opponent

Ex: That last away game was a huge win .
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home game
[noun]

a sports match played on a team's own field or court, rather than at the opponent's location

Ex: The players felt more confident during the home game.
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strenuous
[Adjective]

requiring great physical effort or energy

Ex: The strenuous climb tested their physical endurance .
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to commit
[Verb]

to do a particular thing that is unlawful or wrong

Ex: The hacker was apprehended for committing cybercrimes , including unauthorized access to sensitive information .
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foul
[noun]

an act in a sport that is against the rules and is not allowed

Ex: The athlete 's foul led to a disqualification in the race .
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defense
[noun]

the team, players, or tactics whose primary role is to prevent the opposing side from scoring or gaining advantage in a game or match

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dribble
[noun]

the controlled advancement of a ball by a player using repeated slight touches, kicks, or pushes to keep possession and move past opponents

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striker
[noun]

a player positioned at the front of a soccer team whose main role is to score goals

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the rectangular area in front of the goal on a soccer field where the goalkeeper can handle the ball and fouls may result in a penalty kick

Ex: They crowded the penalty area during the corner.
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a marked circle at the center of a sports field or court, used to regulate starting play or positioning

Ex: Officials inspected the center circle markings before the match.
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boundary
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a dividing line, marker, or limit that separates one geographic area, property, or physical space from another

Ex: Border guards patrolled the international boundary along the river .
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serve
[noun]

the action of putting the ball or puck into play to start a point or match

Ex: The table tennis player 's serve was too fast for her opponent .
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to pass
[Verb]

to give the ball to a teammate by kicking, throwing, etc.

Ex: He passed the ball to the striker for an easy goal .
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bounce
[noun]

the act or motion of rebounding after striking a surface

Ex: The ball lost its bounce after getting wet .
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hurdling
[noun]

the athletic event or technique in track and field where athletes sprint and jump over hurdles set at regular distances along a track

Ex: The coach focused on improving their hurdling form during training .
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amateur
[Adjective]

done for recreation, not as an occupation

Ex: They organized an amateur painting workshop for beginners interested in learning basic techniques .
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the ability of a person to resist fatigue or injury over time, especially during physical activity or stress

Ex: That player is known for both speed and durability.
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to loudly support or encourage someone, especially during a performance or competition

Ex: The whole school gathered to cheer on the chess club during the tournament .
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umpire
[noun]

an official who is in charge of a game and makes sure players obey the rules in sports such as tennis, baseball, and cricket

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objects, records, or keepsakes preserved because they are connected with memorable people, events, places, or activities

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trophy
[noun]

an object that is awarded to the winner of a competition

Ex: The athlete trained hard to bring home the trophy.
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treadmill
[noun]

a fitness machine with a moving surface that allows people to walk or run in one place for exercise

Ex: He started with a slow walk on the treadmill before gradually increasing his speed to a light jog .
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a room that people use in stores, gyms, schools, etc. to change or try on clothes

Ex: After the workout , she headed to the changing room to freshen up and change back into her regular clothes .
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stamina
[noun]

the mental or physical strength that makes one continue doing something hard for a long time

Ex: The long hours of rehearsals tested the dancers ' stamina, but they delivered a flawless performance .
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