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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary - Relay Race

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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary
relay race

a team competition where athletes take turns running or swimming portions of the race, passing a baton or tagging to continue the race

Ex: The Jamaican team set a world record in the 4x100m relay race at the Olympics. 
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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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running
running
[Adjective]

performed or carried out while moving on foot

Ex: The team completed a running drill to improve endurance. 
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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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runner
runner
[noun]

a person who runs as a sport or hobby

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to [take] turns

to share opportunities or responsibilities with others in a fair and orderly manner

Ex: Couples should take turns doing household chores for a fair distribution of tasks. 
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to pass
to pass
[Verb]

to transfer the possession of something to someone else, particularly by putting it in their hands or somewhere reachable

Ex: Can you pass me that bag by your feet? 
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baton
baton
[noun]

a hollow cylinder passed from runner to runner in a relay race

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to finish
to finish
[Verb]

to complete a race or competition in a specified position or rank

Ex: She finished first in the swimming competition, winning a gold medal. 
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to win
to win
[Verb]

to become the most successful, the luckiest, or the best in a game, race, fight, etc.

Ex: Our team won the championship after a hard-fought season. 
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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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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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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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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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century
century
[noun]

a period of one hundred years

Ex: Climate change is one of the most serious issues of this century. 
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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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training
training
[noun]

the process during which someone learns the skills needed in order to do a particular job

Ex: The new employees underwent intensive training to learn company policies and procedures. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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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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speed
speed
[noun]

the rate or pace at which something or someone moves

Ex: The cheetah is known for its incredible speed, reaching up to 70 miles per hour in short bursts. 
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endurance
endurance
[noun]

the capacity to withstand difficult or unpleasant circumstances without giving up

Ex: Marathon runners train for months to build their endurance for the grueling 26.2-mile race. 
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smoothly
smoothly
[Adverb]

easily and without any difficulty or disruptions

Ex: The negotiations progressed smoothly, without any major setbacks. 
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quickly
quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: She finished the race quickly, crossing the finish line first. 
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teamwork
teamwork
[noun]

the combined effort of a group working together effectively to achieve a common goal

Ex: Successful teamwork requires clear communication and mutual respect. 
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timing
timing
[noun]

the regulation of occurrence, pace, or coordination to achieve a desired effect (as in music, theater, athletics, mechanics)

Ex: The comedian's timing made the joke much funnier. 
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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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to watch
to watch
[Verb]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

Ex: He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset. 
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extra
extra
[Adjective]

more than enough or the amount needed

Ex: She packed extra clothes in case of unexpected weather changes. 
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excitement

a strong feeling of enthusiasm and happiness

Ex: Sarah's excitement was palpable as she eagerly awaited the arrival of her long-lost friend at the airport. 
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tension
tension
[noun]

(psychology) a strong feeling of stress or pressure

Ex: The tension before her job interview made her palms sweat. 
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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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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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school
school
[noun]

a place where children learn things from teachers

Ex: He forgot his homework and had to rush back to school to get it. 
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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: After completing high school, Sarah decided to attend a prestigious college to pursue her dream of becoming a biologist. 
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international
international
[Adjective]

happening in or between more than one country

Ex: He is an international student studying in a university abroad. 
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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]

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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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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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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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
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to involve

to contain or include something as a necessary part

Ex: Any investment involves an element of risk. 
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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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common
common
[Adjective]

frequently found, happening, or seen

Ex: It’s common for people to exchange holiday gifts with friends and family. 
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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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specific
specific
[Adjective]

related to or involving only one certain thing

Ex: The doctor prescribed a specific medication to treat the patient's symptoms. 
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