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artistic swimming

a swimming sport that combines elements of dance, gymnastics, and swimming in choreographed routines performed in water

Ex: Artistic swimming routines often incorporate music to enhance the performance.Ā 
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freestyle
freestyle
[noun]

a race where swimmers can use any stroke style they prefer, typically the front crawl, known for its speed and efficiency

Ex: Freestyle allows for creativity in stroke technique and pacing strategies.Ā 
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para swimming

the competitive swimming for athletes with physical disabilities

Ex: Para swimming allows athletes with physical disabilities to compete on an equal platform.Ā 
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backcrawl
backcrawl
[noun]

a swimming stroke performed on one's back, with backward arm movements and a flutter kick

Ex: She practiced her backcrawl technique every morning at the pool.Ā 
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backstroke

a stroke where the swimmer lies on their back, using alternating arm movements and a flutter kick

Ex: Backstroke allows swimmers to breathe easily.Ā 
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crawl
crawl
[noun]

a fast stroke characterized by alternating arm movements and a flutter kick

Ex: He perfected his crawl to increase his speed in races.Ā 
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breaststroke

a stroke where the swimmer moves both arms in a half-circle motion in front of the body while performing a frog-like kick

Ex: She mastered the breaststroke, making her a top competitor.Ā 
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butterfly
butterfly
[noun]

a stroke where both arms move simultaneously in a windmill motion while the legs perform a dolphin kick

Ex: Swimmers use butterfly to maximize their speed in short distances.Ā 
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dog paddle

a basic stroke where the swimmer moves their hands and feet in a paddling motion similar to a dog's movement in the water

Ex: Children often start with the dog paddle when learning to swim.Ā 
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sidestroke

a stroke where the swimmer lies on their side, using a scissor kick and alternating arm movements to carry themselves through the water

Ex: She practiced sidestroke to improve her endurance.Ā 
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dolphin kick

a powerful swimming kick where both legs move simultaneously in a wave-like motion

Ex: The swimmer's dolphin kick helped him glide quickly underwater.Ā 
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flutter kick

a rapid, alternating leg movement in swimming where the legs move up and down in a quick, continuous motion

Ex: The flutter kick helps maintain speed and stability in the water.Ā 
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to swim
to swim
[Verb]

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

Ex: My sister swims every morning before breakfast.Ā 
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open turn
open turn
[noun]

a technique where a swimmer touches the wall, turns onto their back, and pushes off the wall using a flutter kick

Ex: Sarah's open turn helped her gain an advantage in the race.Ā 
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combat sidestroke

a swimming technique designed for efficient and stealthy movement in water, commonly used in military operations

Ex: The soldier demonstrated the combat sidestroke during training exercises.Ā 
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elementary backstroke

a basic swimming stroke on the back using simple arm and leg movements

Ex: I learned the elementary backstroke in my first swimming lesson.Ā 
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trudgen
trudgen
[noun]

a swimming stroke that is a combination of a flutter kick and a windmill-like arm motion

Ex: "Trudgen" refers to a swimming stroke named after its inventor, John Trudgen.Ā 
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survival backstroke

a swimming technique for floating on your back and moving with minimal effort

Ex: Learning the survival backstroke technique could save your life in rough waters.Ā 
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International Swimming League

a professional swimming organization featuring elite athletes competing in team-based events worldwide

Ex: The International Swimming League attracts top swimmers from around the world.Ā 
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World Aquatics

the international governing body for aquatic sports, including swimming, diving, water polo, synchronized swimming, and open water swimming

Ex: Athletes from around the globe compete in World Aquatics events.Ā 
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individual medley

a race where a swimmer competes in all four strokes in one continuous race

Ex: She excels in the individual medley, showcasing her proficiency in all strokes.Ā 
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medley swimming

a type of swimming race where competitors swim four different strokes in a specific order

Ex: She won gold in the 200-meter medley swimming event.Ā 
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medley relay

a track or swimming relay race in which each team member competes in a different stroke

Ex: She swam the butterfly leg in the medley relay.Ā 
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