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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Aikido

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
teacher
teacher
[noun]

someone who teaches things to people, particularly in a school

Ex: I raised my hand to give an answer when the teacher asked a question. 
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to bow
to bow
[Verb]

to bend the head or move the upper half of the body forward to show respect or as a way of greeting

Ex: As the queen entered the room, the courtiers bowed deeply. 
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calm
calm
[Adjective]

not showing worry, anger, or other strong emotions

Ex: Despite the chaos around her, she remained calm and composed. 
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focused
focused
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Despite the distractions, she remained focused on her studies. 
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breathing
breathing
[noun]

the action of taking air into the lungs and sending it out again

Ex: Proper breathing techniques are essential in meditation for relaxation. 
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

repeated practice or training to improve a skill or ability

Ex: The pianist's daily exercises improved her finger dexterity. 
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thought
thought
[noun]

something that comes to one's mind, such as, an idea, image, etc.

Ex: The thought of going on vacation cheered her up. 
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peacefully
peacefully
[Adverb]

in a calm and harmonious manner

Ex: The family enjoyed a peacefully quiet evening by the fireplace. 
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tough
tough
[Adjective]

difficult to achieve or deal with

Ex: Climbing Mount Everest is tough due to its extreme altitude and unpredictable weather conditions. 
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everyday life

the normal and routine activities and experiences that happen each day to people

Ex: Cooking dinner and commuting to work are parts of everyday life for many people. 
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belt
belt
[noun]

a rank-indicating strip of cloth worn around the waist in martial arts

Ex: After months of training, Sara finally earned her yellow belt in Taekwondo, marking her first official rank. 
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beginner
beginner
[noun]

someone who has just started to learn or do something; a person who is new to a field or activity

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advanced
advanced
[Adjective]

newly developed and incorporating new, modern methods or technology

Ex: They applied advanced algorithms to improve data processing speed. 
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aikido
aikido
[noun]

a Japanese martial art that focuses on redirecting an opponent's energy rather than meeting force with force

Ex: She earned her black belt in aikido after years of dedicated training. 
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Japanese
Japanese
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of Japan

Ex: She studied Japanese literature in university to understand the country's cultural heritage. 
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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: He has been studying martial arts since he was a child, starting with karate and later branching out into jiu-jitsu. 
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path
path
[noun]

the way or direction something or someone moves along

Ex: The delivery truck parked in the narrow alley, blocking the path of the pedestrians. 
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peacefully
peacefully
[Adverb]

in a calm and harmonious manner

Ex: The family enjoyed a peacefully quiet evening by the fireplace. 
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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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opponent
opponent
[noun]

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

Ex: The two opponents faced off in the final match of the tennis tournament. 
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to hurt
to hurt
[Verb]

to cause injury or physical pain to yourself or someone else

Ex: Be careful with that toy; it could hurt someone. 
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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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spiritual
spiritual
[Adjective]

relating to sacred matters such as religion, church, etc.

Ex: She found solace in spiritual practices like meditation and prayer. 
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belief
belief
[noun]

a strong feeling of certainty that something or someone exists or is true; a strong feeling that something or someone is right or good

Ex: His belief in justice and equality guided his actions throughout his career. 
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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: His judo throw won the match by ippon (full point). 
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joint lock

a grappling technique that hyperextends, twists, or compresses a joint to force submission or control an opponent, commonly used in martial arts like judo, jiu-jitsu, or MMA

Ex: The BJJ black belt applied a tight joint lock to his opponent's elbow, making him tap out. 
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pin
pin
[noun]

a situation that occurs when one wrestler holds both of the opponent's shoulders on the mat simultaneously for a specified period

Ex: Her opponent fought hard to avoid being pinned in the final seconds. 
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to control

to reduce the strength of something or keep it within limits

Ex: She took a deep breath to control her anger during the heated argument. 
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to aim
to aim
[Verb]

to intend or attempt to achieve something

Ex: She aimed to graduate with honors and put in countless hours studying. 
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to solve
to solve
[Verb]

to find an answer or solution to a question or problem

Ex: A positive attitude can often help you solve various challenges in life. 
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problem
problem
[noun]

something that causes difficulties and is hard to overcome

Ex: Finding affordable housing in the city has become a significant problem for many people. 
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technique
technique
[noun]

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

Ex: The chef's knife skills and cooking techniques impressed the guests at the restaurant. 
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mental
mental
[Adjective]

happening or related to someone's mind, involving thoughts, feelings, and cognitive processes

Ex: She experienced a mental breakthrough during the meditation session. 
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partner
partner
[noun]

a person we do a particular activity with, such as playing a game

Ex: Alex's tennis partner is really skilled, and they make a great team. 
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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)

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balance
balance
[noun]

the ability to maintain a steady position or posture, preventing falling or tipping

Ex: The tightrope walker demonstrated incredible balance. 
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respect
respect
[noun]

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

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smooth
smooth
[Adjective]

having a charming or polished manner that makes interactions seem effortless and agreeable

Ex: His smooth demeanor made everyone feel at ease during the meeting. 
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country
country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: Canada is a vast country known for its stunning landscapes and friendly people. 
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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: The brand is recognized all over the world. 
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