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Key Team Sports Vocabulary - American Football

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Key Team Sports Vocabulary
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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sport
sport
[noun]

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

Ex: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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oval
oval
[Adjective]

rounded in shape but wider in one direction, such as the shape of an egg

Ex: The oval mirror hung above the dresser, reflecting the room's decor with its elegant curvature. 
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team
team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: The basketball team practiced diligently to enhance their coordination and strategy. 
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player
player
[noun]

someone who engages in a type of game or sport, either as their job or hobby

Ex: Each player in cricket has a unique position in the field. 
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to run
to run
[Verb]

to move using our legs, faster than we usually walk, in a way that both feet are never on the ground at the same time

Ex: When he heard the news, he ran home in a hurry. 
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to pass
to pass
[Verb]

to give the ball to a teammate by kicking, throwing, etc.

Ex: He passed the ball to Sterling. 
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to kick
to kick
[Verb]

to strike something such as a ball with your foot, particularly in sports like soccer

Ex: He can kick the ball far into the opponent's half. 
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goal
goal
[noun]

a point scored in some sports by putting or carrying the ball into the intended area

Ex: Despite their best efforts, the team couldn't score a goal. 
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to score points

‌to gain advantage over others by doing or saying something that receives a positive reaction, especially in an argument

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end zone
end zone
[noun]

the area at each end of the field where players score touchdowns

Ex: The wide receiver sprinted into the end zone for a touchdown. 
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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: English is the primary language spoken in the United States. 
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similar
similar
[Adjective]

(of two or more things) having qualities in common that are not exactly the same

Ex: He discovered that the two restaurants had similar menus, offering a variety of international cuisine. 
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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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rule
rule
[noun]

instructions or guidelines that determine how a game or sport is played

Ex: The rules of chess dictate how each piece moves. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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country
country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: Canada is a vast country known for its stunning landscapes and friendly people. 
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touchdown
touchdown
[noun]

(American football) a scoring play where a player carries or catches the ball into the opponent's end zone, earning six points

Ex: He sprinted into the end zone for a touchdown. 
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goalpost
goalpost
[noun]

a pair of upright posts typically used in sports such as football or soccer to define the area where goals are scored

Ex: The goalkeeper made an incredible save, preventing the ball from hitting the goalpost. 
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field goal

a scoring play where a team attempts to kick the football through the opponent's goalposts

Ex: The kicker made a 40-yard field goal to tie the game. 
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physical
physical
[Adjective]

related to the body rather than the mind

Ex: He experienced physical exhaustion after completing the marathon. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: He was able to lift the heavy box because he was so strong. 
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to tackle
to tackle
[Verb]

to try to take the ball from the players of the other team, usually by forcing them down, in sports such as American football or rugby

Ex: The linebacker tackled the quarterback before he could make the pass. 
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

Ex: The construction worker wore a bright yellow safety helmet before entering the site. 
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pad
pad
[noun]

a flat mass of soft material used for protection, stuffing, or comfort

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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: A majority of Democrats believe that such regulations protect the public. 
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competition

an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The annual chess competition draws players from around the world. 
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Super Bowl

a yearly football competition held in America where the two best professional teams play against each other to win the National Football League

Ex: Did you catch the Super Bowl last night?  The halftime show was amazing! 
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year
year
[noun]

a period of time that is made up of twelve months, particularly one that starts on January first and ends on December thirty-first

Ex: I'm looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it may bring. 
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season
season
[noun]

the scheduled period during which official games or matches are played in a league or competition

Ex: The soccer season usually begins in August and runs through May. 
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event
event
[noun]

something special, important, and known that takes place at a particular time or place such as a festival or Valentin's Day

Ex: The annual charity event raised thousands of dollars for the local community center. 
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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commercial

an advertisement broadcast on TV or radio

Ex: The company's new product was promoted through a series of television commercials. 
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halftime
halftime
[noun]

the interval or intermission between the two equal parts of a sports game

Ex: The score was tied at halftime. 
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