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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary
sprinting
sprinting
[noun]

the act of running at full speed for a short distance, typically in races under 400 meters, where the goal is to reach maximum velocity in minimal time

Ex: Sprinting requires explosive power, with athletes accelerating from zero to peak speed in seconds. 
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running
running
[noun]

the act of walking in a way that is very fast and both feet are never on the ground at the same time, particularly as a sport

Ex: She enjoys running in the park every morning for exercise. 
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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students. 
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distance
distance
[noun]

the length of the space that is between two places or points

Ex: The distance between New York City and Los Angeles is over 2,700 miles. 
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to race
to race
[Verb]

to compete against someone to see who is the fastest

Ex: The children race each other to the tree. 
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meter
meter
[noun]

the basic unit of measuring length that is equal to 100 centimeters

Ex: The length of the room is 5 meters. 
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the Olympic Games

a global sporting event held every four years, where athletes from around the world compete in various sports for medals

Ex: Athletes trained for years to qualify for the Olympic Games. 
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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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event
event
[noun]

a specific contest or competition within a larger tournament or meet

Ex: He trained for months to compete in the cycling event. 
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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: The book contains the history of ancient Egypt. 
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ancient
ancient
[Adjective]

related or belonging to a period of history that is long gone

Ex: She studied ancient civilizations like the Egyptians and Greeks in her history class. 
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Greece
Greece
[noun]

a country with a long history and rich culture located in South Eastern Europe and Northern Mediterranean Sea

Ex: Greece is famous for its historical sites and beautiful islands. 
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track
track
[noun]

a course that is used for racing, usually round, and with multiple lanes

Ex: The athletes warmed up on the track before the race. 
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dirt
dirt
[noun]

the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock

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path
path
[noun]

a way or track that is built or made by people walking over the same ground

Ex: Cyclists and walkers shared the path through the park. 
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: Advances in modern medicine have greatly improved life expectancy. 
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practice
practice
[noun]

the act of repeatedly doing something to become better at doing it

Ex: Daily practice of yoga can improve flexibility and reduce stress. 
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runner
runner
[noun]

a person who runs as a sport or hobby

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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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quick
quick
[Adjective]

having rapid movement or speed

Ex: His quick reflexes allowed him to catch the ball effortlessly. 
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technique
technique
[noun]

a specific method of carrying out an activity that requires special skills

Ex: The chef's knife skills and cooking techniques impressed the guests at the restaurant. 
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starting block

a platform with footholds used by sprinters and swimmers at the beginning of a race to push off with maximum force and speed

Ex: The sprinter crouched on the starting block, ready for the race to begin. 
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finish line

a marking or line indicating the end of a race or competition

Ex: The runner crossed the finish line first. 
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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athlete
athlete
[noun]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

Ex: As a professional athlete, he maintained a strict diet and exercise routine. 
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world record

the best performance ever achieved in a particular sport, activity, or field

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gold medal

an award made of gold or gold-colored metal, given to the winner of a race or competition to symbolize their victory

Ex: He trained for years to earn a gold medal. 
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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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professional
professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: She is a professional photographer, specializing in portrait and wedding photography. 
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: He avoids strenuous exercise due to his heart condition. 
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: Doctors often recommend regular exercise and a healthy diet to stay fit and prevent illness. 
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healthy
healthy
[Adjective]

(of a person) not having physical or mental problems

Ex: Despite her age, she's very healthy and active. 
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sports day

the day on which students do not attend classes and play sports instead

Ex: The students were excited about the upcoming sports day. 
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cheetah
cheetah
[noun]

a type of large and wild animal that is from the cat family, can run very fast, and has yellow fur that is covered with small black spots

Ex: The cheetah sprinted across the savannah, chasing down its elusive prey. 
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amazing
amazing
[Adjective]

extremely surprising, particularly in a good way

Ex: The fireworks display was absolutely amazing, lighting up the entire sky. 
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