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Key Individual Sports Vocabulary - Shooting Sport

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Key Individual Sports Vocabulary
to enjoy
to enjoy
[Verb]

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Ex: She enjoys listening to classical music while working. 
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shooting sport

the sport or competition of using firearms to hit targets, often involving disciplines like rifle or pistol shooting

Ex: Shooting sport competitions require precision and focus 
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shooting
shooting
[noun]

the act of discharging a projectile from a weapon, such as a gun or bow

Ex: The soldier practiced shooting at the range. 
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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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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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activity
activity
[noun]

something that a person spends time doing, particularly to accomplish a certain purpose

Ex: Drawing and painting are creative activities that can express your emotions. 
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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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to aim
to aim
[Verb]

to direct or guide something such as a weapon at a person or thing

Ex: The archer carefully aimed the arrow at the bullseye. 
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to fire
to fire
[Verb]

to shoot a bullet, shell, etc. from a weapon

Ex: The police officer is firing rounds to disperse the crowd. 
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target
target
[noun]

a marked surface or object that shooters aim at to score points or achieve accuracy in shooting competitions

Ex: The shooter focused intensely on hitting the target during the competition. 
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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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gun
gun
[noun]

a type of weapon that can fire bullets, etc.

Ex: The sound of a gun firing echoed across the shooting range. 
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rifle
rifle
[noun]

a long gun suitable for shooting a target over long distances, which is held along shoulder while aiming the target

Ex: He adjusted the scope on his rifle before taking aim at the distant target. 
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pistol
pistol
[noun]

a handheld firearm typically used for personal defense or target shooting

Ex: He trained at the shooting range with his pistol. 
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shotgun
shotgun
[noun]

a long gun that can shoot multiple small bullets at one time, suitable for hunting animals such as birds

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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: The book contains the history of ancient Egypt. 
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year
year
[noun]

a period of time that is made up of twelve months, particularly one that starts on January first and ends on December thirty-first

Ex: I'm looking forward to the new year and the opportunities it may bring. 
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hunting
hunting
[noun]

the activity of pursuing and killing wild animals or birds for money, food, or fun

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protection

the act of keeping someone or something unharmed

Ex: The sunscreen provides protection from harmful UV rays during sun exposure. 
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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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Europe
Europe
[noun]

the second smallest continent‌, next to Asia in the east, the Atlantic Ocean in the west, and the Mediterranean Sea in the south

Ex: Europe has a well-developed transportation system. 
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America
America
[noun]

any of the continents between the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, located in North, Central, and South America

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target shooting

the sport or activity of shooting firearms at specified targets for accuracy and precision

Ex: Target shooting requires focus, control, and steady hands. 
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shooter
shooter
[noun]

a person who fires a gun or other projectile weapon, often in sports, hunting, or competitions

Ex: The shooter aimed carefully and fired at the target. 
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center
center
[noun]

the middle part or point of an area or object

Ex: She placed a vase of flowers on the center of the dining table. 
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point
point
[noun]

one of the marks or numbers that indicates our score in a game or sport

Ex: Our team scored the first point of the match. 
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aim
aim
[noun]

the ability or action of pointing a weapon, tool, or object precisely toward a target, especially in shooting

Ex: Good aim is essential in archery if you want to hit the bullseye. 
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clay pigeon shooting

a sport where participants use shotguns to shoot at flying clay targets that are launched into the air to simulate bird flight

Ex: Clay pigeon shooting tests a shooter's reaction time and precision with moving targets. 
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machine
machine
[noun]

any piece of equipment that is mechanical, electric, etc. and performs a particular task

Ex: The factory installed new machines to increase production efficiency. 
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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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accurate
accurate
[Adjective]

(of measurements, information, etc.) free from errors and matching facts

Ex: The scientist presented an accurate report based on years of research. 
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moving
moving
[Adjective]

involving motion or movement

Ex: The moving train traveled swiftly along the tracks. 
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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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to complete

to carry out or accomplish something as planned or intended

Ex: The company was able to complete the contract before the deadline. 
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to improve

to make a person or thing better

Ex: Regular exercise can improve your overall health. 
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focus
focus
[noun]

the act of directing your attention and energy toward a particular thing or task

Ex: She needed to maintain her focus during the exam to ensure she answered all the questions accurately. 
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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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rule
rule
[noun]

instructions or guidelines that determine how a game or sport is played

Ex: The rules of chess dictate how each piece moves. 
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to prevent

to stop something from happening

Ex: Regular exercise can help prevent certain health issues. 
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medal
medal
[noun]

a flat piece of metal, typically of the size and shape of a large coin, given to the winner of a competition or to someone who has done an act of bravery in war, etc.

Ex: She won a gold medal in the swimming competition. 
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