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soccer
soccer
[noun]

a type of sport where two teams, with eleven players each, try to kick a ball into a specific area to win points

Ex: I like to watch soccer matches on TV and support my favorite team. 
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American football

a sport played by two teams of 11 players who carry, throw, or kick an oval ball on a rectangular field

Ex: American football is one of the most popular sports in the United States. 
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rugby
rugby
[noun]

a game played by two teams of thirteen or fifteen players, who kick or carry an oval ball over the other team’s line to score points

Ex: He started playing rugby at a young age. 
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golf
golf
[noun]

a game that is mostly played outside where each person uses a special stick to hit a small white ball into a number of holes with the least number of swings

Ex: Golf is often considered a relaxing sport. 
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basketball

a type of sport where two teams, with often five players each, try to throw a ball through a net that is hanging from a ring and gain points

Ex: He enjoys playing basketball with his friends at the local park on weekends. 
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volleyball

a type of sport in which two teams of 6 players try to hit a ball over a net and into the other team's side

Ex: She enjoys the teamwork and strategy involved in playing volleyball. 
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cricket
cricket
[noun]

a game played by two teams of eleven players who try to get points by hitting the ball with a wooden bat and running between two sets of vertical wooden sticks

Ex: Cricket requires a good understanding of strategy. 
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field hockey

a game similar to hockey, played by two teams of eleven players on a field or grass, using sticks and a ball

Ex: Field hockey requires speed and agility. 
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lacrosse
lacrosse
[noun]

a game played on a field with two teams, each consisting of ten players using long-handled sticks with a net to throw, carry, and catch the ball

Ex: The lacrosse team practiced diligently, honing their passing, catching, and shooting skills in preparation for the upcoming tournament. 
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polo
polo
[noun]

a team sport played on horseback where players use mallets to hit a ball into the opposing team's goal

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baseball
baseball
[noun]

a game played with a bat and ball by two teams of 9 players who try to hit the ball and then run around four bases before the other team can return the ball

Ex: Baseball is a popular sport in the United States. 
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bowling
bowling
[noun]

a sport or game in which a player rolls a ball down a lane with the aim of knocking over as many pins as possible at the other end of the lane

Ex: Bowling is a game of precision and timing. 
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hurling
hurling
[noun]

a traditional Irish team sport where players use a wooden stick to hit a small ball between goals and over a crossbar for points

Ex: Hurling is one of the oldest and fastest field sports in the world. 
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floorball
floorball
[noun]

a team sport played indoors with plastic sticks and a lightweight ball, resembling indoor hockey

Ex: The floorball team practiced passing drills and shooting exercises to improve their skills and coordination on the court. 
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netball
netball
[noun]

a team sport where players pass a ball without dribbling to shoot it into a raised netted goal

Ex: She loves playing netball every weekend with her friends. 
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handball
handball
[noun]

an indoor game for two teams of players each trying to throw a ball with their hands to the opponent's goal

Ex: Playing handball competitively demands both physical stamina and strategic thinking on the court. 
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Canadian football

a type of football played in Canada with distinct rules, a larger field, and teams of twelve players

Ex: He plays Canadian football at his university. 
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Australian rules football

a fast-paced ball sport played between two teams of 18 players on an oval field

Ex: He plays Australian rules football every weekend. 
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sepak takraw

a sport played with a rattan ball where players use their feet, head, knees, and chest to hit the ball over a net

Ex: They set up a net to play sepak takraw in the park. 
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korfball
korfball
[noun]

a mixed-gender team sport similar to basketball and netball, where players score by shooting a ball into a high net

Ex: She joined the school's korfball team last year. 
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tchoukball

a team sport combining elements of handball and volleyball, where players score by bouncing a ball off a rebound net

Ex: He scored the winning point in the tchoukball game. 
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fistball
fistball
[noun]

a team sport where players hit a ball over a net using their fists or arms

Ex: The coach emphasized teamwork during fistball practice. 
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goalball
goalball
[noun]

a team sport designed for visually impaired athletes, where players try to throw a ball with bells into the opponent's goal

Ex: Goalball is an inclusive sport that promotes teamwork and communication. 
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Gaelic football

a sport played mainly in Ireland, combining elements of soccer, rugby, and basketball

Ex: Gaelic football is one of the most popular sports in Ireland. 
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long pass
long pass
[noun]

a pass that covers a significant distance to reach a teammate, often used to quickly advance the ball or puck

Ex: He made a long pass to the striker. 
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speed-ball

a fast-paced game that combines elements of handball, soccer, and basketball

Ex: The new speed-ball court was the most popular spot in the recreation center. 
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to carry
to carry
[Verb]

to move the ball while maintaining control or possession of it

Ex: The running back carried the football through a crowd of defenders. 
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