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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary - Krav Maga

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Key Combat Sports Vocabulary
Krav Maga
Krav Maga
[noun]

a form of martial arts known for its practical self-defense techniques

Ex: I've been practicing Krav Maga for three years now. 
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self-defense

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

Ex: He took martial arts classes for self-defense. 
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Israel
Israel
[noun]

a country in Western Asia on the Mediterranean Sea

Ex: My brother lives in Tel Aviv, a vibrant city in Israel. 
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Hebrew
Hebrew
[noun]

the original language of Jews, which is Israel's official language

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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 intense fighting between the two rival factions lasted for several days. 
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style
style
[noun]

the manner in which something takes place or is accomplished

Ex: His questioning style made the interviewees feel at ease. 
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army
army
[noun]

a country's military force trained to fight on land

Ex: The army conducted exercises to improve its combat readiness. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: The children are quite safe here, playing under the watchful eye of their parents. 
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Hungary
Hungary
[noun]

a country located in Central Europe, known for its rich history, beautiful architecture, thermal baths, and delicious cuisine

Ex: Hungary is famous for its traditional dish, goulash. 
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boxer
boxer
[noun]

a person who participates in a combat sport involving punches and strikes with the fists

Ex: The boxer trained rigorously for months before the championship match. 
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wrestler
wrestler
[noun]

an athlete who participates in wrestling

Ex: The wrestler executed a flawless takedown to score points in the match. 
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skill
skill
[noun]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

Ex: After years of practice, her skill in playing the guitar became exceptional. 
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easy
easy
[Adjective]

needing little skill or effort to do or understand

Ex: Cooking pasta is easy; you just boil water and add the noodles. 
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effective
effective
[Adjective]

achieving the intended or desired result

Ex: The effective marketing campaign boosted sales significantly. 
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real life
real life
[noun]

the practical world as opposed to the academic world

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situation
situation
[noun]

the way things are or have been at a certain time or place

Ex: The current economic situation is causing concern among investors and policymakers alike. 
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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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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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judo
judo
[noun]

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

Ex: Judo is known for its emphasis on technique rather than strength. 
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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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simple
simple
[Adjective]

not involving difficulty in doing or understanding

Ex: The recipe was simple, requiring only a few ingredients and basic cooking techniques. 
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quick
quick
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The chef prepared the meal with quick movements of his hands. 
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attacker
attacker
[noun]

a person who intentionally harms someone physically

Ex: The police apprehended the attacker shortly after the incident occurred. 
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hand
hand
[noun]

the part of our body that is at the end of our arm and we use to grab, move, or feel things

Ex: He gave me a high-five, slapping his hand against mine. 
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foot
foot
[noun]

the body part that is at the end of our leg and we stand and walk on

Ex: He traced patterns in the sand with his foot, leaving temporary imprints. 
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elbow
elbow
[noun]

the joint where the upper and lower parts of the arm bend

Ex: He leaned on the table with his elbow while listening to the conversation. 
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knee
knee
[noun]

the body part that is in the middle of the leg and helps it bend

Ex: He felt a sharp pain in his knee after twisting it during a sports activity. 
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to defend
to defend
[Verb]

to not let any harm come to someone or something

Ex: The brave soldier defended the country during the battle. 
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awareness
awareness
[noun]

knowledge or understanding of a specific situation, fact, or issue

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danger
danger
[noun]

the likelihood of experiencing harm, damage, or injury

Ex: Drinking and driving poses a danger. 
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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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decision
decision
[noun]

a choice or judgment that is made after adequate consideration or thought

Ex: After much deliberation, she finally made the decision to pursue a career in medicine. 
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to escape
to escape
[Verb]

to get out of or avoid an unpleasant situation

Ex: Sarah managed to escape the traffic jam by taking a shortcut through the side streets. 
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soldier
soldier
[noun]

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

Ex: Every soldier must undergo rigorous training. 
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police officer

someone whose job is to protect people, catch criminals, and make sure that laws are obeyed

Ex: The brave police officer rushed to the scene of the accident to provide assistance. 
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security guard

someone who protects something such as a building, etc.

Ex: The security guard checked IDs and ensured only authorized personnel entered the building. 
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intense
intense
[Adjective]

very extreme or great

Ex: She felt intense excitement as she approached the finish line. 
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: Her strength of character helped her overcome many challenges in life. 
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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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confidence

the belief in one's own ability to achieve goals and get the desired results

Ex: She spoke with confidence during the presentation, impressing the audience. 
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basic
basic
[Adjective]

having the simplest form without extra complexity

Ex: The basic design of the house focuses on functionality over decoration. 
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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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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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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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