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Key Racket and Paddle Sports Vocabulary
squash
squash
[noun]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

Ex: The objective of squash is to hit the ball against the front wall in a way that makes it difficult for the opponent to return .
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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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indoors
indoors
[Adverb]

in or into a building, room, etc.

Ex: They spent the evening indoors, watching movies and playing board games.
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player
player
[noun]

someone who engages in a type of game or sport, either as their job or hobby

Ex: The rugby player suffered an injury during last night 's game .
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racket
racket
[noun]

an object with a handle, an oval frame and a tightly fixed net, used for hitting the ball in sports such as badminton, tennis, etc.

Ex: The professional player autographed a racket for his fan .
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rubber
rubber
[noun]

a material that is elastic, water-resistant, and often used in various products such as tires, gloves, and erasers

Ex: He used a rubber eraser to correct the pencil marks on his paper.
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ball
ball
[noun]

a round object that is used in games and sports, such as soccer, basketball, bowling, etc.

Ex: We watched a game of volleyball and saw the players spike the ball.
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wall
wall
[noun]

an upright structure, usually made of brick, concrete, or stone that is made to divide, protect, or surround a place

Ex: She placed a calendar on the wall to keep track of important dates .
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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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England
England
[noun]

the largest country in the United Kingdom, located in Western Europe

Ex: London , the capital city of England, is a bustling metropolis with iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace .
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school
school
[noun]

a building where young people receive education

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soft
soft
[Adjective]

gentle to the touch

Ex: He brushed his fingers over the soft petals of the flower .
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game
game
[noun]

a competitive activity or sport in which players or teams compete against each other according to specific rules

Ex: We won the game after a tense penalty shootout .
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country
country
[noun]

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

Ex: The government implemented new policies to boost the country's economy .
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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: The United States is a country located in North America .
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Canada
Canada
[noun]

the second largest country in the world that is in the northern part of North America

Ex: The Calgary Stampede is a famous rodeo and festival held annually in Alberta , Canada.
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worldwide
worldwide
[Adverb]

in or to all parts of the world

Ex: The pandemic caused worldwide disruption to travel.
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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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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

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

an area where people can play basketball, tennis, etc.

Ex: He practices his serve on the tennis court every morning.
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rectangle
rectangle
[noun]

(geometry) a flat shape with four right angles, especially one with opposing sides that are equal and parallel to each other

Ex: The artist used rectangles in her painting to create a sense of balance .
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meter
meter
[noun]

the basic unit of measuring length that is equal to 100 centimeters

Ex: The hiking trail is marked every 100 meters for navigation .
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wide
wide
[Adjective]

having a large length from side to side

Ex: The fabric was 45 inches wide, perfect for making a set of curtains .
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front
front
[noun]

the part or surface of an object that is faced forward, seen first, or used first

Ex: The front of the shirt has a logo on it .
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below
below
[Adverb]

in a position or location situated beneath or lower than something else

Ex: A sound echoed from below the floorboards.
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to bounce
to bounce
[Verb]

to move away from a surface after making contact

Ex: The golf ball hit the green and began to bounce slightly before settling .
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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]

(of a person) having a high level of knowledge, skill, or expertise in a subject

Ex: Advanced students in the art program receive individual mentoring from instructors .
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: Yoga is a great exercise for relaxation and flexibility .
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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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body
body
[noun]

our or an animal's hands, legs, head, and every other part together

Ex: The human body has many different organs, such as the heart, lungs, and liver.
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mind
mind
[noun]

the ability in a person that makes them think, feel, or imagine

Ex: Reading stimulates the mind and broadens one 's perspective .
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ship
ship
[noun]

a large boat, used for carrying passengers or goods across the sea

Ex: The ship's crew worked together to ensure the smooth operation of the vessel .
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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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to sail
to sail
[Verb]

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

Ex: They decided to sail across the lake on a bright summer afternoon .
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sea
sea
[noun]

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

Ex: We spent our vacation relaxing on the sandy beaches by the sea.
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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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to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: Despite the rain , they enjoyed the outdoor concert .
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different
different
[Adjective]

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

Ex: The book had a different ending than she expected .
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to start
to start
[Verb]

to begin something new and continue doing it, feeling it, etc.

Ex: The restaurant started offering a new menu item that became popular .
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