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Key Individual Sports Vocabulary - Speed Skating

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Key Individual Sports Vocabulary
speed skating

a competitive ice skating sport where athletes race over a specific distance, aiming to achieve the fastest time

Ex: Speed skating requires exceptional balance and endurance. 
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fast
fast
[Adjective]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

Ex: He had a fast response to emergency situations. 
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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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skater
skater
[noun]

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

Ex: The skater effortlessly glided across the ice during the performance. 
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to race
to race
[Verb]

to compete against someone to see who is the fastest

Ex: The children race each other to the tree. 
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ice
ice
[noun]

the frozen part of a body of water

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smooth
smooth
[Adjective]

having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities

Ex: The marble countertop was smooth to the touch. 
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track
track
[noun]

a course that is used for racing, usually round, and with multiple lanes

Ex: The athletes warmed up on the track before the race. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

designed or set aside for a specific purpose or need, often different from what is commonly available

Ex: The chef prepared a special dish for the event, tailored to the guests' tastes. 
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skate
skate
[noun]

a type of shoe with two pairs of small wheels attached to the bottom, for moving on a hard, flat surface

Ex: She laced up her skates and glided across the rink. 
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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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blade
blade
[noun]

something long and thin resembling a blade of grass

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indoors
indoors
[Adverb]

in or into a building, room, etc.

Ex: Due to the heavy rain, they decided to stay indoors all day. 
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outdoors
outdoors
[Adverb]

not inside a building or enclosed space

Ex: After dinner, we decided to eat dessert outdoors under the stars. 
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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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the Netherlands

a country in the North Western Europe, informally known as Holland

Ex: Cycling is a popular mode of transport in the Netherlands. 
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frozen
frozen
[Adjective]

turned into ice because of cold weather

Ex: The roads were treacherous due to frozen patches of ice. 
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river
river
[noun]

a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river

Ex: I dipped my feet in the cool water of the river. 
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canal
canal
[noun]

a long and artificial passage built and filled with water for ships to travel along or used to transfer water to other places

Ex: The ship sailed through the canal, heading toward the harbor. 
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to travel
to travel
[Verb]

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

Ex: He travels for work and often visits different cities for business meetings. 
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quickly
quickly
[Adverb]

with a lot of speed

Ex: She finished the race quickly, crossing the finish line first. 
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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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later
later
[Adverb]

at a time following the current or mentioned moment, without specifying exactly when

Ex: He asked me to return his call later. 
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main
main
[Adjective]

having the highest level of significance or central importance

Ex: In the park, the main attraction is the large fountain in the center. 
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track
track
[noun]

a course that is used for racing, usually round, and with multiple lanes

Ex: The athletes warmed up on the track before the race. 
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short
short
[Adjective]

having a below-average distance between two points

Ex: She wore a shirt with short sleeves to stay cool in the summer heat. 
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oval
oval
[Adjective]

rounded in shape but wider in one direction, such as the shape of an egg

Ex: The oval mirror hung above the dresser, reflecting the room's decor with its elegant curvature. 
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ice rink
ice rink
[noun]

a large flat surface, typically made of ice, designed for ice-skating, ice hockey, and other winter sports

Ex: The ice rink was busy with skaters enjoying the evening. 
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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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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: It was exciting to see dolphins while we were on the boat. 
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together
together
[Adverb]

in the company of or in proximity to another person or people

Ex: We walked together through the quiet streets. 
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olympic
olympic
[Adjective]

related to or associated with the Olympic Games

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event
event
[noun]

a specific contest or competition within a larger tournament or meet

Ex: He trained for months to compete in the cycling event. 
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country
country
[noun]

a piece of land with a government of its own, official borders, laws, etc.

Ex: Canada is a vast country known for its stunning landscapes and friendly people. 
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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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South Korea

a country located in East Asia, sharing a border with North Korea to the north, and China and Japan to the east and west respectively

Ex: South Korea is famous for its K-pop music and entertainment. 
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: He avoids strenuous exercise due to his heart condition. 
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leg
leg
[noun]

each of the two long body parts that we use when we walk

Ex: He stretched his legs before going for a run to prevent muscle cramps. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: He was able to lift the heavy box because he was so strong. 
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to balance

to keep something in a stable and even position, typically by adjusting or redistributing weight

Ex: She managed to balance the tray of drinks as she walked across the room. 
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fit
fit
[Adjective]

healthy and strong, especially due to regular physical exercise or balanced diet

Ex: Doctors often recommend regular exercise and a healthy diet to stay fit and prevent illness. 
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to train
to train
[Verb]

to exercise in preparation for an sports event or competition

Ex: The team trains twice a week at the local gym. 
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hard
hard
[Adverb]

with a lot of difficulty or effort

Ex: He worked hard to achieve his goals. 
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every day
every day
[Adverb]

in a way that occurs on each day without exception

Ex: I make it a point to exercise every day to maintain my health. 
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focused
focused
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Despite the distractions, she remained focused on her studies. 
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brave
brave
[Adjective]

having no fear when doing dangerous or painful things

Ex: Despite the danger, he remained brave and rescued the injured hiker from the mountain. 
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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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especially
especially
[Adverb]

used for showing that what you are saying is more closely related to a specific thing or person than others

Ex: She loves outdoor activities, especially hiking in the mountains. 
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famous
famous
[Adjective]

known by a lot of people

Ex: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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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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gold medal

an award made of gold or gold-colored metal, given to the winner of a race or competition to symbolize their victory

Ex: He trained for years to earn a gold medal. 
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the Winter Olympic Games

a global sporting event held every four years, featuring winter sports such as skiing, skating, and snowboarding, where athletes from around the world compete for medals

Ex: She represented her country in figure skating at the Winter Olympic Games. 
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