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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Ski Jumping

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
ski jumping

a type of skiing where skiers slide down a specially built slope and jump into the air to see who can go the farthest

Ex: Ski jumping takes skill and bravery to jump far and land safely. 
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winter
winter
[noun]

the season that comes after fall and in most countries winter is the coldest season

Ex: It's fun to go skiing or snowboarding on the mountains in winter. 
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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: Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility. 
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athlete
athlete
[noun]

a person who is good at sports and physical exercise, and often competes in sports competitions

Ex: As a professional athlete, he maintained a strict diet and exercise routine. 
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to slide
to slide
[Verb]

to move smoothly over a surface

Ex: The kids laughed as they slid down the slippery slope in the water park. 
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long
long
[Adjective]

(of two points) having an above-average distance between them

Ex: The necklace she wore had a long chain adorned with intricate charms. 
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ramp
ramp
[noun]

a sloping surface that connects two areas at different heights, commonly used for easy access

Ex: The wheelchair ramp is located at the building entrance. 
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ski
ski
[noun]

either of a pair of long thin objects worn on our feet to make us move faster over the snow

Ex: She strapped on her skis and glided gracefully down the mountain slope. 
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jump
jump
[noun]

the act of springing or leaping into the air

Ex: The athlete made a perfect jump over the hurdle. 
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to jump
to jump
[Verb]

to push yourself off the ground or away from something and up into the air by using your legs and feet

Ex: He jumped over the puddle to avoid getting his shoes wet. 
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jumper
jumper
[noun]

a person who jumps, especially in a physical activity or sport

Ex: The high jumper cleared the bar with perfect technique. 
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to land
to land
[Verb]

to arrive and rest on the ground or another surface after being in the air

Ex: The plane lands smoothly on the runway. 
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hill
hill
[noun]

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

Ex: From the top of the hill, you can see the whole city. 
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fun
fun
[Adjective]

providing entertainment or amusement

Ex: The fun day at the amusement park was filled with laughter and excitement. 
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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: He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset. 
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Norway
Norway
[noun]

a country in Northern Europe and Western Scandinavia

Ex: Fishing is a popular activity in Norway due to its long coastline. 
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early
early
[Adjective]

indicating things that occur near the beginning of something

Ex: The early scenes in the movie set the tone for the entire story. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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competition

an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The annual chess competition draws players from around the world. 
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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to compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: Every year, hundreds of athletes compete in the city marathon. 
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balanced
balanced
[Adjective]

evenly distributed or in a state of stability

Ex: She maintained a balanced diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, and proteins. 
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smoothly
smoothly
[Adverb]

easily and without any difficulty or disruptions

Ex: The negotiations progressed smoothly, without any major setbacks. 
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judge
judge
[noun]

an official who scores, evaluates, or enforces the rules during a sports competition

Ex: The judge deducted points for an incomplete landing during the gymnastics routine. 
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japan
japan
[noun]

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

Ex: Japan is renowned for its unique blend of traditional culture and modern technology. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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over
over
[preposition]

used to express exceeding a particular amount, level, or limit

Ex: The rainfall was over 20 inches during the storm. 
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tight
tight
[Adjective]

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

Ex: His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters. 
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fabric
fabric
[noun]

cloth that is made by weaving cotton yarn, silk, etc., which is used in making clothes

Ex: The dress was made from a luxurious silk fabric that shimmered in the light. 
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farther
farther
[Adverb]

at or to a considerable distance, either in time or space

Ex: They walked farther into the forest than before. 
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