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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Cross-country Skiing

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
flat
flat
[Adjective]

(of a surface) continuing in a straight line with no raised or low parts

Ex: The table was smooth and flat, perfect for drawing .
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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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nature
nature
[noun]

everything that exists or happens on the earth, excluding things that humans make or control

Ex: The changing seasons offer a variety of experiences and beauty in nature.
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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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scandinavia

a group of culturally related countries in northern Europe, typically including Denmark, Norway, and Sweden

Ex: Winters in Scandinavia can be long and cold, but the northern lights make them magical.
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to hunt
to hunt
[Verb]

to pursue wild animals in order to kill or catch them, for sport or food

Ex: We must respect wildlife conservation laws and not hunt protected species.
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the Olympic Games

a global sporting event held every four years, where athletes from around the world compete in various sports for medals

Ex: The opening ceremony of the Olympic Games is a spectacle of culture and sport .
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long
long
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The bridge is a mile long and connects the two towns.
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long
long
[Adverb]

for a great amount of time

Ex: She has long admired his work , ever since she first saw it years ago .
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cross-country skiing

a form of skiing where skiers travel across snow-covered terrain using skis, poles, and physical endurance

Ex: Cross-country skiing is a popular winter sport that promotes physical fitness and outdoor enjoyment .
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winter
winter
[noun]

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

Ex: Winter is the time when people celebrate holidays like Christmas and New Year 's .
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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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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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to ski
to ski
[Verb]

to move on snow on two sliding bars that are worn on the feet

Ex: Last season , the friends skied together on challenging trails .
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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

to go from one location to another, particularly to a far location

Ex: We decided to travel by plane to reach our destination faster.
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snow
snow
[noun]

small, white pieces of frozen water vapor that fall from the sky in cold temperatures

Ex: The town transformed into a winter wonderland as the snow continued to fall .
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downhill
downhill
[Adverb]

in a downward direction, typically toward the lower point of a hill

Ex: The road winds downhill, offering breathtaking views of the valley below .
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narrow
narrow
[Adjective]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

Ex: The narrow bridge could only accommodate one car at a time , causing traffic delays .
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pole
pole
[noun]

a sports equipment made of fiberglass, used for vaulting over a high bar

Ex: The coach emphasized the importance of the pole’s flexibility in pole vaulting .
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to glide
to glide
[Verb]

to move smoothly and effortlessly through the air or on a surface with little or no propulsion

Ex: The boat glided gently down the river , hardly making a sound .
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race
race
[noun]

a competition between people, vehicles, animals, etc. to find out which one is the fastest and finishes first

Ex: I bought tickets to the motorcycle race next month .
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team
team
[noun]

a group of people who compete against another group in a sport or game

Ex: A well-functioning team fosters a supportive environment where each member 's strengths are valued .
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classic
classic
[Adjective]

simple, traditional, and appealing, with a timeless quality that stays in fashion regardless of trends

Ex: A classic grey suit is perfect for any formal occasion , regardless of changing trends .
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to skate
to skate
[Verb]

to move on ice or other smooth surfaces using ice skates, roller skates, or a skateboard

Ex: Last weekend , families skated at the local ice rink .
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skater
skater
[noun]

a person who moves on a flat surface wearing special boots with wheels or blades

Ex: He ’s always been a talented skater, and it ’s amazing to watch him perform .
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strength
strength
[noun]

the quality or state of being physically or mentally strong

Ex: The company 's financial strength enabled it to withstand economic downturns .
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energy
energy
[noun]

the physical and mental strength required for activity, work, etc.

Ex: The kids expended their energy at the playground .
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kilometer
kilometer
[noun]

a unit for measuring length that is equal to 1000 meters or approximately 0.62 miles

Ex: The cable car travels a distance of 3 kilometers to the mountain peak .
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several
several
[determiner]

used to refer to a number of things or people, more than two but not many

Ex: She received several invitations to different events this weekend.
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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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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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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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Norway
Norway
[noun]

a country in Northern Europe and Western Scandinavia

Ex: We visited Norway during the summer to see the midnight sun .
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Sweden
Sweden
[noun]

a country in Northern Europe and Eastern Scandinavia

Ex: The royal palace in Sweden is a popular tourist destination .
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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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