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Key Individual Sports Vocabulary
golf
golf
[noun]

a game that is mostly played outside where each person uses a special stick to hit a small white ball into a number of holes with the least number of swings

Ex: They are planning a charity golf event next month .
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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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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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to hit
to hit
[Verb]

to strike someone or something with force using one's hand or an object

Ex: The baseball player hit the ball out of the park for a home run .
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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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to hole
to hole
[Verb]

(golf) to successfully hit the ball into the hole, typically with a putt

Ex: He holed out from the bunker for a dramatic birdie.
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hole
hole
[noun]

an empty space in the body or surface of something solid

Ex: The mouse found a small hole in the wall where it could hide from the cat .
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stick
stick
[noun]

a long, slender implement typically made of wood that is used by players in sports such as hockey or polo to hit a puck or ball

Ex: The coach emphasized proper grip and technique when using the stick.
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club
club
[noun]

a group of sports players, their manager, and staff such as a soccer or baseball club

Ex: The members of the cricket club gathered for their annual banquet .
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Scotland
Scotland
[noun]

a European country in the northern United Kingdom

Ex: Scotland has a unique legal system and education system , which distinguishes it from the rest of the United Kingdom .
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land
land
[noun]

the earth's surface where it is not under water

Ex: The national park is home to diverse wildlife and stunning natural landscapes.
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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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early
early
[Adjective]

existed or happened a time long ago

Ex: Early records indicate that the area was inhabited by nomadic tribes .
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course
course
[noun]

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

Ex: The soccer course was lined with vibrant green turf , where players honed their dribbling and passing skills .
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official
official
[Adjective]

approved, authorized, or carried out by a recognized authority

Ex: The official logo of the organization was displayed prominently on the website .
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century
century
[noun]

a period of one hundred years

Ex: This ancient artifact dates back to the 7th century.
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to spread
to spread
[Verb]

to extend or increase in influence or effect over a larger area or group of people

Ex: The use of radios spread to remote areas , allowing people to receive news faster .
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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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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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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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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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to play
to play
[Verb]

to participate in a game or sport to compete with another individual or another team

Ex: She joined a rugby league to play against teams from different cities .
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New York
New York
[noun]

a city in New York State, USA, that is the most populated city in America and is famous for its Statue of Liberty

Ex: She visited Central Park during her trip to New York.
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: She became famous overnight after her viral video gained millions of views .
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contest
contest
[noun]

a competition in which participants compete to defeat their opponents

Ex: The chess contest between the two grandmasters lasted for hours .
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Masters Tournament

an annual, prestigious professional golf championship held in Augusta, Georgia, and one of the four major tournaments in men's golf

Ex: Tickets to the Masters Tournament are incredibly hard to get due to its popularity and tradition .
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annually
annually
[Adverb]

in a way that happens once every year

Ex: The garden show takes place annually.
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The Open Championship

a prestigious annual men's golf tournament held in the United Kingdom; it is the oldest of the four major championships in professional golf

Ex: Unlike the Masters, which is always played at Augusta, British Open rotates among various historic UK courses.
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The Open Championship

a prestigious annual men's golf tournament held in the United Kingdom; it is the oldest of the four major championships in professional golf

Ex: Unlike the Masters, which is always played at Augusta, British Open rotates among various historic UK courses.
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PGA Championship

one of the four major annual tournaments in men's professional golf, organized by the Professional Golfers' Association of America and held at various locations across the United States

Ex: The PGA Championship is known for its tough competition and high prize money .
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US Open
US Open
[noun]

One of the four major championships in professional golf, held annually in the United States and known for its challenging course setups and strict scoring conditions

Ex: Unlike the Masters, the U.S. Open moves to different golf courses across the country.
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Major Championships

the four most prestigious annual tournaments in men's professional golf: the Masters Tournament, the PGA Championship, the U.S. Open, and The Open Championship

Ex: Golfers gain worldwide recognition and ranking points by performing well in the major championships.
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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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golfer
golfer
[noun]

someone who plays golf as a profession or just for fun

Ex: Many golfers gathered for the charity event at the local course .
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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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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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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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patience
patience
[noun]

the ability to accept or tolerate difficult or annoying situations without complaining or becoming angry

Ex: He handled the frustrating situation with remarkable patience.
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to aim
to aim
[Verb]

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

Ex: Hunters learn to aim their rifles responsibly to ensure ethical and precise shots .
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calm
calm
[Adjective]

not showing worry, anger, or other strong emotions

Ex: Even when criticized , he responded in a calm and collected manner .
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focused
focused
[Adjective]

paying close attention and concentrating on a specific goal, activity, or task

Ex: He was focused on achieving his fitness goals, dedicating himself to regular workouts.
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challenge
challenge
[noun]

a difficult and new task that puts one's skill, ability, and determination to the test

Ex: The puzzle provided a fun challenge for everyone at the party .
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