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aikido
aikido
[noun]

a Japanese martial art that focuses on redirecting an opponent's energy rather than meeting force with force

Ex: She earned her black belt in aikido after years of dedicated training. 
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the Ultimate Fighting Championship

a premier mixed martial arts organization known for its high-level competitions featuring fighters from various disciplines

Ex: He dreams of becoming a champion in the Ultimate Fighting Championship one day. 
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martial arts

any type of sports that include fighting which are especially originated in the Far East, such as judo, kung fu, etc.

Ex: He has been studying martial arts since he was a child, starting with karate and later branching out into jiu-jitsu. 
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kung fu
kung fu
[noun]

a Chinese martial art encompassing a wide range of fighting styles and techniques

Ex: He practiced kung fu for years to master its intricate techniques. 
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taekwondo
taekwondo
[noun]

a Korean martial art characterized by its emphasis on high kicks and jumping and spinning kicks

Ex: She has been practicing taekwondo for years and is now a black belt. 
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judo
judo
[noun]

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Ex: Judo is known for its emphasis on technique rather than strength. 
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jiujitsu
jiujitsu
[noun]

a Japanese martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting and grappling techniques

Ex: Jiujitsu promotes physical fitness, flexibility, and mental discipline. 
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karate
karate
[noun]

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Ex: Karate helps build physical strength and mental discipline. 
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kendo
kendo
[noun]

a Japanese martial art that focuses on swordsmanship with bamboo swords and protective armor

Ex: He has been practicing kendo for over a decade. 
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capoeira
capoeira
[noun]

a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music

Ex: She has been practicing capoeira for years and has mastered its fluid movements. 
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Sanda
Sanda
[noun]

a Chinese full-contact fighting system incorporating punches, kicks, throws, and sweeps

Ex: He trained extensively in Sanda to improve his striking and grappling skills. 
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Brazilian jiu-jitsu

a combat sport that focuses on grappling and ground fighting techniques

Ex: Many MMA fighters incorporate Brazilian jiu-jitsu into their training regimen. 
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Muay Boran

a traditional form of Thai martial arts characterized by its emphasis on practical fighting techniques

Ex: She traveled to Thailand to study Muay Boran from experienced masters. 
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hapkido
hapkido
[noun]

a Korean martial art that focuses on joint locks, throws, and strikes for self-defense

Ex: She practiced hapkido diligently to improve her self-defense skills. 
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sambo
sambo
[noun]

a martial art that originated in Russia, emphasizing grappling techniques and self-defense

Ex: The Russian army used sambo as part of their hand-to-hand combat training. 
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boxing
boxing
[noun]

a sport in which fighters wear special gloves and use only their fists to hit each other

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para taekwondo

the adapted version of taekwondo for athletes with physical disabilities, allowing them to participate in the sport

Ex: She excelled in para taekwondo competitions despite her mobility impairment. 
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para judo
para judo
[noun]

the practice of judo adapted for athletes with physical disabilities, emphasizing techniques suitable for their abilities and circumstances

Ex: She credits para judo for boosting her confidence and improving her physical fitness. 
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fencing
fencing
[noun]

a martial art in which two people fight using long and thin swords

Ex: Fencing requires agility and precision to outmaneuver an opponent. 
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wheelchair fencing

a combar sport where individuals with physical disabilities engage in fencing while seated in a wheelchair

Ex: Wheelchair fencing allows individuals with physical disabilities to compete in the sport of fencing. 
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swordplay
swordplay
[noun]

the skill or art of using a sword, typically in combat or as a sport

Ex: He practiced swordplay with a fencing coach to prepare for tournaments. 
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parry
parry
[noun]

a defensive technique in fencing where a fighter deflects or blocks an opponent's attack with their weapon

Ex: The swordsman's parry set up a successful counterattack. 
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cage fighting

a form of mixed martial arts competition held within an enclosed, caged area

Ex: Cage fighting matches are intense and brutal. 
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wrestling
wrestling
[noun]

a sport in which two players hold each other while trying to throw or force the other one to the ground

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freestyle wrestling

a form of combat sport where opponents grapple and attempt to pin each other to the mat using various techniques, emphasizing takedowns and ground control

Ex: He began training in freestyle wrestling at a young age. 
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Graeco-Roman wrestling

a style of wrestling where holds below the waist are prohibited, emphasizing throws and takedowns

Ex: The athlete excelled in Greco-Roman wrestling due to his exceptional throwing techniques. 
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takedown
takedown
[noun]

a wrestling technique used to gain control over an opponent by taking them down to the mat or ground

Ex: The wrestler practiced various takedown maneuvers during training. 
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reversal
reversal
[noun]

a technique used by a wrestler to escape from a disadvantaged position and gain control over their opponent

Ex: The wrestler executed a reversal to escape from his opponent's hold. 
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switch
switch
[noun]

a technique used by a wrestler to reverse their opponent's position from the bottom to the top

Ex: Her coach taught her various ways to set up a switch from the bottom position. 
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escape
escape
[noun]

a maneuver used by a wrestler to break free from their opponent's hold or pinning attempt

Ex: Despite being under immense pressure, she executed a flawless escape maneuver. 
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pin
pin
[noun]

a situation that occurs when one wrestler holds both of the opponent's shoulders on the mat simultaneously for a specified period

Ex: Her opponent fought hard to avoid being pinned in the final seconds. 
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near fall
near fall
[noun]

a situation in wrestling when a wrestler almost pins their opponent, achieving a count of two but not the full three required for a pin

Ex: The wrestler scored a near fall but couldn't get the pin. 
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guard
guard
[noun]

the defensive stance and positioning that athletes adopt to protect themselves from attacks while maintaining readiness to counter in combat sports like boxing and fencing

Ex: The boxer lowered his guard momentarily, leaving an opening for a counterpunch. 
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dropkick
dropkick
[noun]

a wrestling move where a wrestler jumps and kicks their opponent while in mid-air

Ex: She surprised her opponent with a sudden dropkick. 
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heel turn
heel turn
[noun]

(professional wrestling) the situation when a good character switches to a bad character

Ex: The wrestler's heel turn shocked the audience. 
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sidekick
sidekick
[noun]

(combat sports) a kicking technique where the leg is thrust outward from the body's side, typically targeting an opponent's midsection or legs

Ex: He landed a powerful sidekick to his opponent's ribs. 
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push kick
push kick
[noun]

a technique in martial arts where a fighter thrusts their foot forward to create distance

Ex: The instructor demonstrated the proper form for a push kick. 
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mixed martial arts

a combat sport that blends striking and grappling techniques from various disciplines, both standing and on the ground

Ex: She dedicated years to mastering the techniques of mixed martial arts. 
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heel hook
heel hook
[noun]

a submission technique in combat sports where pressure is applied to the opponent's ankle joint by hooking their heel

Ex: He executed a flawless heel hook from the guard position. 
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centerline

(combat sports) the imaginary line down the middle of a fighter's body

Ex: He struck down the centerline with a jab. 
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flyweight
flyweight
[noun]

a weight class in combat sports, typically including competitors weighing up to 51 kg

Ex: He is training hard to compete in the flyweight division. 
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bantamweight

a weight class in combat sports, typically including boxers or mixed martial artists weighing between 52.2 and 53.5 kg

Ex: The bantamweight bout was the highlight of the evening. 
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featherweight

a weight class in combat sports for fighters who weigh between 56 and 57 kg

Ex: She successfully defended her featherweight belt in a thrilling match. 
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lightweight

(in boxing) a weight usually between 59 and 61.2 kilograms

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welterweight

a weight category between lightweight and middleweight in professional boxing and similar sports, typically 63–67 kg or 139–147 lb

Ex: The boxer moved up to welterweight after dominating the lightweight division. 
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heavyweight

(in wrestling and boxing) a weight in the heaviest category which is above 91kg

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middleweight

a weight class in boxing and other combat sports, typically for competitors weighing between 70 and 73 kg

Ex: He won the middleweight championship last year. 
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light heavyweight

a weight class in boxing and mixed martial arts for competitors who weigh between 76 and 79 kg

Ex: She won her first light heavyweight match with a knockout. 
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cruiserweight

a weight class in boxing or wrestling for competitors who weigh between 85 and 90.7 kg

Ex: She feels stronger and faster at the cruiserweight class. 
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super heavyweight

a weight class in combat sports, typically for competitors weighing over a specific limit, often above 91 kg

Ex: She broke the record in the super heavyweight lifting competition. 
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sumo wrestling

a Japanese combat sport where two wrestlers aim to force each other out of a ring or to the ground

Ex: He trained rigorously to compete in sumo wrestling tournaments. 
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bout
bout
[noun]

a sporting match in which individuals wrestle

Ex: Spectators eagerly awaited the highly anticipated bout between the two undefeated wrestlers. 
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Krav Maga
Krav Maga
[noun]

a form of martial arts known for its practical self-defense techniques

Ex: I've been practicing Krav Maga for three years now. 
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pankration

an ancient Greek martial art combining boxing and wrestling techniques

Ex: Pankration was a featured sport in the ancient Olympic Games. 
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tag
tag
[noun]

(in professional wrestling) the act of touching a teammate to switch places in a match

Ex: The tag was perfectly timed to change the match’s momentum. 
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to break
to break
[Verb]

(of wrestlers or boxers) to let go of or come out of a grappling position, particularly when asked by the referee

Ex: It's important for wrestlers to know when to break to avoid penalties. 
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