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team sport

a physical activity in which a group of people work together to achieve a common goal or objective such as rugby or volleyball

Ex: Soccer is a popular team sport that requires a lot of teamwork and strategy .
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ball sport

any sport or activity that involves using a ball as the primary object of play like soccer or basketball

Ex: She loved to know how to play all the ball sports.
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racket sport

a sport played with rackets and a ball, typically on a defined court, such as tennis or badminton

Ex: Racket sports require good hand-eye coordination .
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athletics
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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combat sport

a competitive activity such as boxing or karate where participants engage in physical confrontations within a defined set of rules

Ex: Combat sports' history goes back to ancient days and battlefields .
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winter sport

any sport or recreational activity that is typically played or practiced during the winter months and often involves snow or ice like snowboarding

Ex: They planned a weekend getaway to indulge in winter sports.
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water sport

any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

Ex: Surfing is one of the most popular water sports worldwide .
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skating sport

the athletic activities such as figure skating, speed skating, or roller skating

Ex: Roller derby is a popular skating sport known for its fast-paced action .
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motorsport

various forms of competitive racing using motorized vehicles, such as cars, motorcycles, and boats

Ex: They claim drag racing is the most exciting motor sport.
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climbing
climbing
[noun]

the activity or sport of going upwards toward the top of a mountain or rock

Ex: Safety is very important in climbing.
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cycling
cycling
[noun]

the sport or activity of riding a bicycle

Ex: Many people find cycling to be a fun way to socialize while exercising with friends .
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equine sport

the competitive activities involving horses, such as horse racing and equestrian events

Ex: He trains tirelessly for equine sport competitions .
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gymnastics

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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air sport
air sport
[noun]

the recreational and competitive activities involving aircraft, such as hang gliding, skydiving, and paragliding

Ex: Some air sports are known as extreme sports .
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cue sport
cue sport
[noun]

a game where players use a cue stick to strike billiard balls on a table

Ex: Billiards is a classic cue sport with a rich history .
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flying disc sport

any sport in which players throw and catch a flying disc, such as ultimate frisbee or disc golf

Ex: She excels in the flying disc sport known as disc golf .
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sport fishing

the recreational activity of fishing for pleasure or competition

Ex: He set a new record in the sport fishing contest with his catch .
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extreme sport

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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parasport
parasport
[noun]

the sport or activity that is specifically designed for individuals with physical disabilities like wheelchair basketball

Ex: She dreams of representing her country in parasport competitions .
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individual sport

a sport where participants compete as individuals rather than as part of a team

Ex: Gymnastics can be both a team and individual sport.
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target sport

a type of sport where participants aim at specific targets, such as archery or shooting

Ex: Safety is paramount in target sports, with strict rules and regulations enforced .
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shooting sport

the sport or competition of using firearms to hit targets, often involving disciplines like rifle or pistol shooting

Ex: They celebrated their victory at the regional shooting sports championship .
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weightlifting

a sport where participants lift heavy weights in predefined movements or exercises

Ex: Weightlifting requires both physical strength and precise technique to excel .
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