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Key Water Sports Vocabulary - Alpine Skiing

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Key Water Sports Vocabulary
alpine skiing

a type of skiing that involves racing down snow-covered slopes, often on marked courses, using fixed-heel bindings for speed and control

Ex: Alpine skiing is one of the most popular events at the Winter Olympics. 
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winter sport

any sport or recreational activity that is typically played or practiced during the winter months and often involves snow or ice like snowboarding

Ex: Figure skating is a graceful and artistic winter sport performed on ice. 
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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 ski
to ski
[Verb]

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

Ex: Winter enthusiasts often ski down slopes to enjoy the snowy landscapes. 
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snowy
snowy
[Adjective]

‌(of a period of time or weather) having or bringing snow

Ex: We had a snowy weekend in the mountains, surrounded by beautiful white landscapes. 
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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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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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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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boot
boot
[noun]

a type of strong shoe that covers the foot and ankle and often the lower part of the leg

Ex: I love the sound of my boots clicking on the wooden floor. 
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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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mountain
mountain
[noun]

a very tall and large natural structure that looks like a huge hill with a pointed top that is often covered in snow

Ex: I took a photo of the mountain peak, capturing its majestic beauty. 
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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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race
race
[noun]

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

Ex: My brother won a medal in the bicycle race. 
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students. 
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downhill
downhill
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The cyclist sped downhill, enjoying the thrill of the descent. 
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straight
straight
[Adverb]

in or along a direct line, without bending or deviation

Ex: The ball flew straight into the goal without touching the ground. 
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slalom
slalom
[noun]

a downhill race over a winding course defined by upright poles

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turn
turn
[noun]

a place in a road, river, etc. where it bends

Ex: The sharp turn in the mountain road made it difficult to drive at night. 
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pole
pole
[noun]

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

Ex: The pole snapped during the competition, but the athlete was unharmed. 
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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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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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curved
curved
[Adjective]

having a shape that is rounded or bent rather than straight

Ex: The road followed a curved path through the mountains, offering stunning views around each bend. 
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

Ex: The construction worker wore a bright yellow safety helmet before entering the site. 
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goggles
goggles
[noun]

a type of eyewear that are designed to protect the eyes from harm

Ex: He wore goggles while swimming to protect his eyes from chlorine. 
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safety
safety
[noun]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

Ex: The company prioritizes safety by regularly inspecting equipment and training employees to avoid accidents. 
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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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direction
direction
[noun]

the position that someone or something faces, points, or moves toward

Ex: She looked in the direction of the sound, curious about what was happening nearby. 
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course
course
[noun]

an area of land or water used for races, sports, and other similar activities

Ex: The golf course stretched out across rolling hills, challenging players with its bunkers and water hazards. 
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steep
steep
[Adjective]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

Ex: The steep hill made the hike challenging, requiring extra effort to ascend. 
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meter
meter
[noun]

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

Ex: The length of the room is 5 meters. 
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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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bravery
bravery
[noun]

the quality of being willing to face danger, fear, or difficulty with resolve and courage

Ex: The firefighter's bravery saved many lives during the blaze. 
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to win
to win
[Verb]

to become the most successful, the luckiest, or the best in a game, race, fight, etc.

Ex: Our team won the championship after a hard-fought season. 
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time
time
[noun]

the recorded duration or measurement of how long an event or task takes to complete, often used in sports or competitions to track performance

Ex: He set a new time of 2:00:45 in the marathon, breaking the previous record. 
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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: Athletes trained for years to qualify for the Olympic Games. 
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Austria
Austria
[noun]

a country in the southern part of Central Europe

Ex: Austria is a country in Central Europe that's known for its rich cultural history. 
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Switzerland

a country in Western Central Europe, south of Germany

Ex: Geneva, located in Switzerland, is home to many international organizations. 
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the United States

a country in North America that has 50 states

Ex: English is the primary language spoken in the United States. 
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kilometers per hour

a unit of measurement used to express speed or velocity in the metric system, representing the distance traveled in kilometers over the course of one hour

Ex: The car was traveling at 100 km/h. 
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