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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary - Hurdling

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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary
athlete
athlete
[noun]

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

Ex: The young athlete aspired to represent her country in the Olympics .
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world record

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

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hurdling
hurdling
[noun]

the athletic event or technique in track and field where athletes sprint and jump over hurdles set at regular distances along a track

Ex: The coach focused on improving their hurdling form during training .
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running
running
[Adjective]

performed or carried out while moving on foot

Ex: A running start gave him more momentum for the jump.
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race
race
[noun]

a competition between people, vehicles, animals, etc. to find out which one is the fastest and finishes first

Ex: I bought tickets to the motorcycle race next month .
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barrier
barrier
[noun]

an obstacle that separates people or hinders any progress or communication

Ex: Fear can be a psychological barrier to success .
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hurdle
hurdle
[noun]

a light, movable barrier that competitors must jump over in certain races

Ex: Hurdles lined the track for the 110-meter race.
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to place
to place
[Verb]

to lay or put something somewhere

Ex: The librarian asked patrons to place borrowed books in the designated return bin .
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evenly
evenly
[Adverb]

in equal amounts or quantities

Ex: Spread the butter evenly on the toast to enhance its flavor .
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track
track
[noun]

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

Ex: The school installed a new track for their athletics program .
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finish line

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

Ex: She pushed herself to reach the finishing line faster.
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history
history
[noun]

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

Ex: They recorded the history of the company for future generations .
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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: London , the capital city of England, is a bustling metropolis with iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace .
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official
official
[Adjective]

approved, authorized, or carried out by a recognized authority

Ex: The official logo of the organization was displayed prominently on the website .
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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: The opening ceremony of the Olympic Games is a spectacle of culture and sport .
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common
common
[Adjective]

frequently found, happening, or seen

Ex: It 's common to see tourists in the city during the summer .
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meter
meter
[noun]

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

Ex: The hiking trail is marked every 100 meters for navigation .
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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to practice

to do or play something many times to become good at it

Ex: The tennis player practiced serving and volleying for hours to refine their game before the tournament .
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smoothly
smoothly
[Adverb]

easily and without any difficulty or disruptions

Ex: He smoothly transitioned from one topic to another .
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quickly
quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: The river flowed quickly after heavy rainfall .
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speed
speed
[noun]

the rate or pace at which something or someone moves

Ex: The runner sprinted with lightning speed toward the finish line , determined to win the race .
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The company 's financial strength enabled it to withstand economic downturns .
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technique
technique
[noun]

skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity

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energy
energy
[noun]

the physical and mental strength required for activity, work, etc.

Ex: The kids expended their energy at the playground .
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: They 're going on an exciting road trip across the country next summer .
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focused
focused
[Adjective]

paying close attention and concentrating on a specific goal, activity, or task

Ex: He was focused on achieving his fitness goals, dedicating himself to regular workouts.
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to time
to time
[Verb]

to measure how long an event, action, or someone performing an action takes

Ex: She times her study sessions to maximize productivity.
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perfectly
perfectly
[Adverb]

in the best possible way

Ex: The keys were perfectly aligned on the keyboard .
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mistake
mistake
[noun]

an act or opinion that is wrong

Ex: A culture that encourages risk-taking and learning from mistakes fosters innovation and creativity .
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to slow down

to make something go at a slower speed or pace

Ex: The rainstorm slowed down construction work on the building .
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competition

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

Ex: The dance competition at the festival was the highlight of the night .
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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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 music festival is an event that attracts thousands of fans every summer to enjoy live performances .
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high school

a secondary school typically including grades 9 through 12

Ex: Guidance counselors in high schools provide essential support to students , helping them navigate academic challenges , college applications , and career planning .
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college
college
[noun]

a university in which students can study up to a bachelor's degree after graduation from school

Ex: The college campus is known for its vibrant student life , with numerous clubs and activities to participate in .
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international
international
[Adjective]

happening in or between more than one country

Ex: They hosted an international art exhibition showcasing works from around the world .
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