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Muay Thai

a Thai martial art that combines boxing with stand-up striking and clinching techniques

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kickboxing

a combat sport that combines elements of boxing and kicking techniques

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savate

a French form of kickboxing that incorporates both punches and kicks

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K-1

a dynamic style of kickboxing emphasizing diverse striking techniques, originating in Japan and known for high-level competitions

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jab

a quick, straight punch thrown with the lead hand to create distance

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cross

(boxing) a straight punch thrown with the rear hand, usually aimed straight at the opponent's head or body

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hook

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown with a bent arm aimed at connecting with the side or front of an opponent's head or body

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uppercut

(boxing) a powerful punch thrown from below, aimed upward toward the opponent's chin or body

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body punch

(boxing) a strike aimed at the opponent's torso area, typically the ribs or abdomen

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roundhouse kick

(Muay Thai) a powerful strike where the fighter pivots on one foot while swinging the other leg horizontally to hit the opponent with the shin or foot

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bob and weave

a defensive technique in boxing to dodge punches and set up counterattacks

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to block

to obstruct or hinder the progress or action of an opponent, typically in sports or competitive activities

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head movement

the strategic shifting or dodging of the head in boxing to avoid incoming strikes from an opponent

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check hook

a punching technique where a boxer throws a hook while moving backward or sideways to counter an opponent's attack

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low kick

a striking technique in kickboxing targeting an opponent's thigh or lower leg

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stoppage

the situation where the referee ends the fight early due to one boxer's inability to continue safely

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knockout

a situation where one fighter delivers a punch or series of punches that disable their opponent of fighting in that match, leading to an immediate victory

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knockout punch

a powerful strike that makes an opponent unconscious or unable to continue the fight, resulting in an immediate victory for the delivering boxer

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technical knockout

a situation that occurs when a referee stops a fight because one fighter is unable to continue due to injury

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split decision

a situation where two of the three judges score the bout in favor of one boxer, while the third judge scores it in favor of the other boxer

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shadowboxing

a training exercise where a boxer practices their technique, footwork, and movement without an opponent, often visualizing an imaginary opponent or scenarios

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sparring

a controlled practice session where boxers simulate a real fight, focusing on technique, timing, and strategy without aiming to knock out their opponent

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roadwork

the long-distance running or jogging done by boxers to build stamina and endurance

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peekaboo

a defensive style where the boxer holds their gloves close to their cheeks to protect their face while maintaining mobility

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southpaw stance

a left-handed fighting position where the boxer's right hand and right foot are forward

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orthodox stance

a stance where a boxer's left hand and left foot are forward, with the right hand and right foot positioned behind

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undercard

the preliminary boxing matches that precede the main event

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Queensberry rules

the standard regulations for modern boxing matches

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prizefight

a professional boxing match where boxers compete for a cash prize

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teep kick

a push kick used in Muay Thai and other martial arts to create distance or disrupt an opponent's balance

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breakaway

(boxing) a quick maneuver to separate from an opponent, typically from a clinch, aimed at gaining advantage or creating space

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counterpunch

a defensive tactic where a boxer responds to an opponent's attack by immediately delivering a punch of their own

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bout

an event where individuals compete in the sport of boxing

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