Topic-Related Verbs of Human Actions - Verbs Related to Recreation and Sports

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to recreation and sports such as "vacation", "dance", and "skate".

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Topic-Related Verbs of Human Actions

to take a period of time off from work or daily activities to relax and engage in leisure activities

Ex: The couple is currently vacationing in a secluded mountain cabin .

to have a meal or social gathering outdoors

Ex: The group is currently picnicking in the local botanical garden .

to visit interesting and well-known places

Ex: The family is currently sightseeing in the city 's famous landmarks .

to do something special such as dancing or drinking that shows one is happy for an event

Ex: The city is celebrating its bicentennial with a series of grand events .
to dance [verb]

to move the body to music in a special way

Ex:
to sing [verb]

to use one's voice in order to produce musical sounds in the form of a tune or song

Ex: He sings a duet with his sister at the family gathering .

to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

Ex: The tourists are currently sunbathing on the deck of the cruise ship .
to play [verb]

to take part in a game or activity for fun

Ex: I want to play Monopoly with my friends .
to bet [verb]

to risk money on the result of a coming event by trying to predict it

Ex: The group is currently betting on the outcome of the lottery .

to take part in games of chance or betting, involving money, hoping to win more in return

Ex:
to dice [verb]

to play with small numbered objects, often used in games of chance or for fun

Ex: The group is currently dicing to determine the winner .

to engage in a physical competition involving holds, maneuvers, and grappling, often as part of a sport or for recreation

Ex: The team is currently wrestling in the championship .

to jump out of an airplane and experience free-fall before safely descending using a parachute

Ex: Some people include skydiving on their bucket lists as a daring and memorable achievement .

to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

Ex: I try to exercise regularly to keep fit .
to skate [verb]

to move on ice or other smooth surfaces using ice skates, roller skates, or a skateboard

Ex: Many enthusiasts are actively skating on rollerblades in the park .

to slide down snow-covered slopes using a flat board with bindings attached to boots

Ex: Many individuals are snowboarding in the mountainous region .
to ski [verb]

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

Ex: Families may gather to ski together during winter vacations in mountainous regions .

to prepare one's body for exercising or playing sports with gentle stretches and exercises

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to stretch and relax someone's muscles, thereby increasing flexibility and reducing tension

Ex: The yoga instructor told her students to loosen up their muscles before class .

to enjoy and immerse oneself in a rhythm or activity

Ex: Individuals may choose to groove while cooking , creating a fun and lively atmosphere in the kitchen .