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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Mixed Martial Arts

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
mixed martial arts

a combat sport that blends striking and grappling techniques from various disciplines, both standing and on the ground

Ex: He trained in various martial arts disciplines to excel in mixed martial arts.
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to give up

to stop trying when faced with failures or difficulties

Ex: Do n’t give up now ; you ’re almost there .
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point
point
[noun]

one of the marks or numbers that indicates our score in a game or sport

Ex: Every time you hit the target 's center , you get five points.
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training
training
[noun]

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

Ex: Military training prepares soldiers for various combat scenarios.
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: The athlete 's strong legs helped him run faster .
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: The fast train arrived at the destination in no time .
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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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coach
coach
[noun]

someone who trains a person or team in sport

Ex: Under the guidance of their coach, the badminton team improved tremendously .
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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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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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to watch
to watch
[Verb]

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

Ex: I will watch the game tomorrow with my friends .
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mixed martial arts

a combat sport that blends striking and grappling techniques from various disciplines, both standing and on the ground

Ex: He trained in various martial arts disciplines to excel in mixed martial arts.
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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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sport
sport
[noun]

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

Ex: Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field , with sticks and a small puck or ball .
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fighting
fighting
[noun]

the act of engaging in physical combat or conflict, or any contest or struggle between individuals, groups, or forces

Ex: The ongoing fighting in the region has led to significant displacement of civilians .
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to beat
to beat
[Verb]

to strike someone repeatedly, usually causing physical harm or injury

Ex: She feared he might beat her if he found out the truth .
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knockout
knockout
[noun]

a situation where one fighter delivers a punch or series of punches that disable their opponent of fighting in that match, leading to an immediate victory

Ex: The crowd erupted in cheers following the dramatic knockout.
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style
style
[noun]

a specific way of writing, designing, painting, etc. that is typical of a certain era, person, movement, place, etc.

Ex: The Bauhaus style of design is known for its minimalist aesthetic and focus on functionality .
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judge
judge
[noun]

the official in charge of a court who decides on legal matters

Ex: She retired after serving as a judge for over thirty years .
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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: They won the game in the last few seconds with a spectacular goal .
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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personality

all the qualities that shape a person's character and make them different from others

Ex: People have different personalities, yet we all share the same basic needs and desires .
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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: Riding roller coasters at the theme park is always a fun experience .
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fighter
fighter
[noun]

an athlete who competes in combat sports, such as boxing, mixed martial arts, or kickboxing

Ex: She really was one of the best fighters in her weight class .
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excitement

a strong feeling of enthusiasm and happiness

Ex: The rollercoaster lurched forward , screams of excitement echoing through the park as riders plunged down the first drop .
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wrestling
wrestling
[noun]

a sport in which two players hold each other while trying to throw or force the other one to the ground

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boxing
boxing
[noun]

a sport in which fighters wear special gloves and use only their fists to hit each other

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karate
karate
[noun]

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Ex: The karate competition was intense, with skilled fighters from all over.
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jiujitsu
jiujitsu
[noun]

a Japanese martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting and grappling techniques

Ex: Jiujitsu tournaments feature matches where points are awarded for control and submissions.
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punch
punch
[noun]

a hit or strike made with a closed fist, especially in boxing

Ex: The match ended after one decisive punch.
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kick
kick
[noun]

the act of delivering a blow with the foot

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to grapple

to wrestle or struggle closely with someone, using hands or the body

Ex: Bystanders bravely grappled with the assailant following the knife attack, restraining him until the authorities arrived.
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opponent
opponent
[noun]

someone who plays against another player in a game, contest, etc.

Ex: Her main opponent in the competition was known for their quick decision-making .
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special
special
[Adjective]

designed or set aside for a specific purpose or need, often different from what is commonly available

Ex: He received a special invitation to the exclusive conference .
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glove
glove
[noun]

boxing equipment consisting of big and padded coverings for the fists of the fighters; worn for the sport of boxing

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clothes
clothes
[noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: She was excited to buy new clothes for the summer season .
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protection

a physical or material covering intended to prevent damage or injury

Ex: Car airbags serve as protection in collisions .
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match
match
[noun]

a competition in which two players or teams compete against one another such as soccer, boxing, etc.

Ex: He trained hard for the upcoming match, determined to improve his performance and win .
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ring
ring
[noun]

a platform surrounded with ropes on which boxing and wrestling competitions take place

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cage
cage
[noun]

anything that confines, restrains, or limits freedom

Ex: Fear is a cage that prevents people from taking risks .
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goal
goal
[noun]

our purpose or desired result

Ex: Setting short-term goals can help break down larger tasks into manageable steps .
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to knock out

to defeat someone or a group decisively in a competition

Ex: The team aimed to knock the reigning champions out of the tournament.
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