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Key Track and Field Events Vocabulary
to raise
to raise
[Verb]

to put something or someone in a higher place or lift them to a higher position

Ex: Can you raise the lamp so I can see? 
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round
round
[noun]

a period of play in certain sports during which one team or competitor is on the offensive, attempting to score or defeat their opponent

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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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way
way
[noun]

a procedure or approach used to achieve something

Ex: There are several ways to solve this equation. 
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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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method
method
[noun]

a specific way or process of doing something, particularly an established or systematic one

Ex: The scientific method involves systematic observation, measurement, and experimentation. 
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headfirst
headfirst
[Adverb]

with the head leading the way

Ex: She dove headfirst into the pool, creating a splash. 
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American
American
[Adjective]

relating to the United States or its people

Ex: American football is a popular sport in the United States. 
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to invent
to invent
[Verb]

to make or design something that did not exist before

Ex: Thomas Edison invented the electric light bulb, revolutionizing illumination. 
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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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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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Cuba
Cuba
[noun]

a country in the Caribbean region

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world record

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

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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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Bulgaria
Bulgaria
[noun]

a country in Southeast Europe bordered by Greece, Romania, Serbia, and North Macedonia

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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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to practice

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

Ex: Musicians regularly practice their instruments to improve their skills. 
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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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flexible
flexible
[Adjective]

capable of adjusting easily to different situations, circumstances, or needs

Ex: Her flexible approach to problem-solving made her an excellent team member. 
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to improve

to make a person or thing better

Ex: Regular exercise can improve your overall health. 
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tip
tip
[noun]

a helpful suggestion or a piece of advice

Ex: She gave him a useful tip for improving his golf swing. 
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feedback
feedback
[noun]

information, criticism, or advice about a person's performance, a new product, etc. intended for improvement

Ex: She received positive feedback on her presentation. 
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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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fan
fan
[noun]

someone who has a strong interest in and enthusiasm for a particular sport, team, or athlete

Ex: She became a fan of soccer after watching the World Cup. 
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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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energy
energy
[noun]

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

Ex: After studying all night, he had no energy left for the exam. 
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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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high jump
high jump
[noun]

a sport in which participants jump without using any equipment over a horizontal bar that is placed at different heights

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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: The fun day at the amusement park was filled with laughter and excitement. 
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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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track and field

a sport that involves various athletic events, including running, jumping, and throwing competitions, that are held on a running track

Ex: She excels in both sprints and long-distance events in track and field. 
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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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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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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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to compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: Every year, hundreds of athletes compete in the city marathon. 
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to run up
to run up
[Verb]

to move quickly toward a particular place

Ex: She suggested they run up the street to grab some snacks before the movie starts. 
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to jump
to jump
[Verb]

to push yourself off the ground or away from something and up into the air by using your legs and feet

Ex: He jumped over the puddle to avoid getting his shoes wet. 
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to knock down

to cause something or someone to fall to the ground

Ex: The boxer knocked down his opponent with a powerful uppercut. 
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height
height
[noun]

the distance from the top to the bottom of something or someone

Ex: He checked the height of the doorway to make sure the furniture would fit through. 
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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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