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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Sambo

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
sambo
sambo
[noun]

a martial art that originated in Russia, emphasizing grappling techniques and self-defense

Ex: He trained in sambo to improve his grappling skills for mixed martial arts .
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martial arts

any type of sports that include fighting which are especially originated in the Far East, such as judo, kung fu, etc.

Ex: Martial arts tournaments attract competitors from around the world to showcase their skills and techniques .
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Russia
Russia
[noun]

a country located in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia

Ex: Russia's vast landscapes include everything from tundra and taiga to mountains and rivers , offering breathtaking natural beauty .
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self-defense

the actions taken by an individual to protect themselves or their property from harm or damage

Ex: He claimed self-defense after being attacked .
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weapon
weapon
[noun]

an object that can physically harm someone or something, such as a gun, bomb, knife, etc.

Ex: Diplomacy is often seen as a powerful weapon in resolving international conflicts .
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Russian
Russian
[Adjective]

relating to Russia or its people or language

Ex: They celebrated Russian culture with a festival showcasing music , dance , and cuisine .
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mix
mix
[noun]

the act of mixing together

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technique
technique
[noun]

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

Ex: The athlete 's training regimen focused on perfecting her sprinting technique.
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judo
judo
[noun]

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Ex: She has won multiple gold medals in international judo competitions .
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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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soldier
soldier
[noun]

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

Ex: The soldier polished his boots until they shone .
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quick
quick
[Adjective]

taking a short time to move, happen, or be done

Ex: The quick fox darted across the field , disappearing into the forest .
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to defend
to defend
[Verb]

to not let any harm come to someone or something

Ex: The antivirus software is programmed to defend the computer from malicious attacks .
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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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to combine

to mix in order to make a single unit

Ex: The baker carefully combined flour , sugar , and eggs to prepare the cake batter .
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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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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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grapple
grapple
[noun]

the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat

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throw
throw
[noun]

a technique used to off-balance, lift, or propel an opponent to the ground, scoring points or achieving a dominant position

Ex: The MMA fighter used a sacrifice throw to transition into an armbar submission .
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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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ground fighting

a phase of combat in martial arts or self-defense where fighters grapple on the ground, using techniques like submissions, pins, and positional control to dominate or submit an opponent

Ex: The judoka used a sweep to reverse positions during ground fighting, gaining the advantage .
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military
military
[noun]

the armed forces of a country

Ex: The military launched a surprise attack on the enemy 's base under the cover of darkness .
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police
police
[noun]

(plural) an organization that catches thieves, killers, etc. and makes sure everyone follows rules

Ex: We have confidence in the police's ability to investigate and solve crimes .
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Soviet Union

a former communist country in eastern Europe and northern Asia; established in 1922; included Russia and 14 other soviet socialist republics (Ukraine and Byelorussia and others); officially dissolved 31 December 1991

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school
school
[noun]

a building where young people receive education

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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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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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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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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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champion
champion
[noun]

the winner of a competition

Ex: She proudly held up the trophy as the new champion.
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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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discipline

the practice of using methods such as punishment, training, or guidance to enforce rules and improve behavior

Ex: Personal discipline involves self-control and adherence to personal goals and values .
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respect
respect
[noun]

admiration for someone or something because of their achievements, qualities, etc.

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self-control

the ability to manage one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to achieve long-term goals and resist short-term temptations

Ex: His self-control prevented him from making a rash decision .
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She follows a balanced diet , and her doctor says she 's very fit.
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to protect

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

Ex: Troops have been sent to protect aid workers against attack .
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with 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: The young athlete aspired to represent her country in the Olympics .
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fan
fan
[noun]

someone who greatly admires or is interested in someone or something

Ex: She 's a devoted fan of that famous singer and knows all her songs .
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