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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary - Skydiving

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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary
skydiving
skydiving
[noun]

the activity or sport in which individuals jump from a flying aircraft and do special moves while falling before opening their parachute at a specified distance to land on the ground

Ex: Whether pursued as a one-time adventure or a lifelong passion , skydiving often leaves a lasting impression and unforgettable memories for those who dare to take the leap .
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exciting
exciting
[Adjective]

making us feel interested, happy, and energetic

Ex: They 're going on an exciting road trip across the country next summer .
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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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jumping
jumping
[noun]

the act of jumping; propelling yourself off the ground

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airplane
airplane
[noun]

a flying vehicle with fixed wings that moves people and goods from one place to another through sky

Ex: The airplane is a fast way to travel long distances .
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parachute
parachute
[noun]

an object that allows a person or thing to slowly come to the ground after dropping from a flying aircraft

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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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skydiver
skydiver
[noun]

a person who jumps from an aircraft and free-falls before deploying a parachute

Ex: She became a licensed skydiver after completing her certification program .
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high
high
[Adjective]

having a relatively great vertical extent

Ex: The airplane flew at a high altitude , above the clouds .
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meter
meter
[noun]

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

Ex: The hiking trail is marked every 100 meters for navigation .
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history
history
[noun]

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

Ex: They recorded the history of the company for future generations .
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parachute jumper

a person who jumps from aircraft using a parachute

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France
France
[noun]

a country in Europe known for its famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower

Ex: The French Revolution had a significant impact on shaping modern France.
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hot-air balloon

an extremely large balloon filled with heated air, which enables it to float and travel through the sky

Ex: She fulfilled her dream of flying in a hot-air balloon during her vacation .
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simple
simple
[Adjective]

not involving difficulty in doing or understanding

Ex: The instructions were simple to follow , with clear steps outlined .
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modern
modern
[Adjective]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

Ex: The documentary examines challenges facing modern society .
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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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World War II

the war that took place from the year 1939 to 1945 between the axis and the allies

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soldier
soldier
[noun]

someone who serves in an army, particularly a person who is not an officer

Ex: The soldier polished his boots until they shone .
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war
war
[noun]

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states

Ex: The nation remained at war until a peace agreement was signed .
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tandem
tandem
[noun]

an arrangement of two or more objects or persons one behind another

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beginner
beginner
[noun]

someone who has just started to learn or do something; a person who is new to a field or activity

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experienced
experienced
[Adjective]

possessing enough skill or knowledge in a certain field or job

Ex: The experienced traveler knows how to navigate foreign countries and cultures with ease .
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instructor

a person who teaches a practical skill or sport to someone

Ex: The cooking instructor explained the recipe clearly .
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solo
solo
[Adverb]

without the presence or assistance of others

Ex: The artist preferred to work solo, creating each piece entirely on her own .
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alone
alone
[Adverb]

without anyone else

Ex: I traveled alone to Europe last summer .
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feeling
feeling
[noun]

an emotional state or sensation that one experiences such as happiness, guilt, sadness, etc.

Ex: Despite her best efforts to hide it , the feeling of anxiety gnawed at her stomach throughout the job interview .
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freedom
freedom
[noun]

the right to act, say, or think as one desires without being stopped, controlled, or restricted

Ex: The protesters demanded greater freedom for all citizens .
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excitement

a strong feeling of enthusiasm and happiness

Ex: The rollercoaster lurched forward , screams of excitement echoing through the park as riders plunged down the first drop .
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free fall
free fall
[noun]

the motion of an object or person falling solely under the influence of gravity

Ex: The free fall lasted only a few moments , but it felt much longer .
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .
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helmet
helmet
[noun]

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

Ex: The astronaut secured her space helmet before stepping onto the launchpad.
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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: His research findings had implications all over the globe.
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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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experience

the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

Ex: Life experience teaches us valuable lessons that we carry with us throughout our lives .
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: This dish has a unique flavor combination that is surprisingly good .
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