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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary - Bungee Jumping

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Key Extreme and Action Sports Vocabulary
bungee jumping

an activity in which someone jumps from a very high place with a rubber cord tied around their ankles

Ex: Before bungee jumping, it 's crucial to check all the equipment and safety measures .
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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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high
high
[Adjective]

having a relatively great vertical extent

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

having a flexible quality, capable of returning to its original shape after being stretched or compressed

Ex: The dough had an elastic consistency , making it easy to knead and shape .
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cord
cord
[noun]

a flexible, insulated wire that carries electricity for household devices

Ex: The broken cord made the vacuum unusable .
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foot
foot
[noun]

the body part that is at the end of our leg and we stand and walk on

Ex: She tapped her foot nervously while waiting for the results .
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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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ritual
ritual
[noun]

the act of conducting a series of fixed actions, particular to a religious ceremony

Ex: The ritual of offering incense is an integral part of many Buddhist ceremonies.
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Pacific Islands

a large group of islands scattered across the Pacific Ocean, including regions like Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia, known for tropical climates, diverse cultures, and beautiful landscapes

Ex: The ancient explorers of the Pacific Islands navigated the ocean without modern tools .
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island
island
[noun]

a piece of land surrounded by water

Ex: We witnessed sea turtles nesting on the shores of the island.
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vine
vine
[noun]

a climbing plant with grapes as its fruit

Ex: They admired the flowering vine that draped over the pergola , providing a colorful and fragrant addition to their outdoor space .
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tower
tower
[noun]

a tall and often narrow building that stands alone or is part of a castle, church, or other larger buildings

Ex: The tower collapsed during the storm due to strong winds .
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to believe

to accept something to be true even without proof

Ex: You should n't believe everything you see on social media .
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crop
crop
[noun]

a plant that is grown for food over large areas of land

Ex: The region is known for its crop of apples , which are exported worldwide .
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to grow
to grow
[Verb]

(of a plant) to naturally exist and develop

Ex: These mushrooms grow in damp , wooded areas .
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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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sports club

an organization where people come together to practice, play, or compete in various sports

Ex: The sports club hosts annual tournaments that attract teams from nearby cities .
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bridge
bridge
[noun]

a structure built over a river, road, etc. that enables people or vehicles to go from one side to the other

Ex: The old stone bridge was a historic landmark in the region .
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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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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: His songs are popular because they are easy to dance to .
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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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crane
crane
[noun]

a very large tall machine used for lifting heavy objects

Ex: The film crew set up a crane to capture sweeping aerial shots of the city skyline for the movie .
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jumper
jumper
[noun]

a person who jumps, especially in a physical activity or sport

Ex: The parkour jumper effortlessly vaulted over obstacles in the city .
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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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safety
safety
[noun]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

Ex: Emergency drills in schools help students understand safety procedures in case of a fire or other threats .
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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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harness
harness
[noun]

a piece of equipment that fits around an animal's body, typically a dog or cat, and is used to secure and control the animal

Ex: He adjusted the harness to fit snugly around the dog 's chest before heading out .
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carefully
carefully
[Adverb]

thoroughly and precisely, with close attention to detail or correctness

Ex: The tailor carefully measured his client 's shoulders .
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professional
professional
[Adjective]

doing an activity as a job and not just for fun

Ex: The conference featured presentations by professional speakers on various topics in the industry .
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operator
operator
[noun]

someone who owns or manages a business

Ex: The operator invested in upgrading the facilities .
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site
site
[noun]

an area of land on which something is, was, or will be constructed

Ex: We visited the historical site where the decisive battle took place .
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secure
secure
[Adjective]

protected and free from any danger or risk

Ex: After double-checking the knots , the climber felt secure in his harness before ascending the cliff .
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instruction

guidance on how to carry out a task or operate something

Ex: Without proper instructions, it was difficult to figure out how to use the new machine effectively.
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: After the storm passed , they felt safe to return to their houses and assess the damage .
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