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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary - Cliff Diving

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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary
cliff diving

diving into the water from a steep overhanging cliff

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cliff
cliff
[noun]

an area of rock that is high above the ground with a very steep side, often at the edge of the sea

Ex: They stood at the edge of the cliff, taking in the breathtaking view. 
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diving
diving
[noun]

‌the activity or sport of jumping into water from a diving board, with the head and arms first

Ex: Diving is one of the most-watched sports in the Olympics. 
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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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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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high
high
[Adjective]

having a relatively great vertical extent

Ex: The high mountain peaks were covered in snow. 
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water
water
[noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on. 
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hawaii
hawaii
[noun]

a state in the United States in the central Pacific on the Hawaiian Islands

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king
king
[noun]

the male ruler of a territorial unit that has a royal family

Ex: The king ruled over the kingdom with wisdom and compassion. 
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warrior
warrior
[noun]

someone engaged in or experienced in warfare

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splash
splash
[noun]

the act of splashing a (liquid) substance on a surface

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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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all over the (world|globe)

in every part of the world

Ex: The brand is recognized all over the world. 
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to dive
to dive
[Verb]

to jump into water, usually hands and head first

Ex: He is going to dive into the sea from the boat. 
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Mexico
Mexico
[noun]

a country located in North America that is bordered by the United States to the north

Ex: Mexico is known for its vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and rich history dating back to ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Maya. 
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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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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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diver
diver
[noun]

someone who jumps into a body of water as a sport

Ex: The diver executed a flawless somersault before entering the water. 
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depth
depth
[noun]

the distance below the top surface of something

Ex: The depth of the ocean is immeasurable in some areas. 
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wind
wind
[noun]

air that moves quickly or strongly in a current as a result of natural forces

Ex: She could hear the wind howling outside her window. 
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wave
wave
[noun]

a raised body of water that moves along the surface of a sea, river, lake, etc.

Ex: The children ran towards the shoreline, excited to play in the waves crashing on the beach. 
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to wear
to wear
[Verb]

to have something such as clothes, shoes, etc. on your body

Ex: She decided to wear a beautiful dress to the party. 
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wetsuit
wetsuit
[noun]

a tight-fitting piece of clothing made of rubber that is worn by underwater swimmers to remain warm

Ex: He zipped up his wetsuit before heading into the chilly ocean waters to surf. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: The children are quite safe here, playing under the watchful eye of their parents. 
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to avoid
to avoid
[Verb]

to intentionally stay away from or refuse contact with someone

Ex: To prevent a confrontation, he tried to avoid his ex-girlfriend at the party. 
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beauty
beauty
[noun]

the quality of being attractive or pleasing, particularly to the eye

Ex: The beauty of the sunset left everyone in awe. 
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nature
nature
[noun]

everything that exists or happens on the earth, excluding things that humans make or control

Ex: Can you hear the sound of nature? 
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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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adventure
adventure
[noun]

an exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk or physical activity

Ex: They embarked on a thrilling adventure, exploring remote jungles and scaling towering peaks. 
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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 compete

to join in a contest or game

Ex: Every year, hundreds of athletes compete in the city marathon. 
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amazing
amazing
[Adjective]

extremely surprising, particularly in a good way

Ex: The fireworks display was absolutely amazing, lighting up the entire sky. 
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