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Sports

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curl
1.
curl
Noun

a strand of hair that is spiraled or wavy

She brushed a loose curl from her face.

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CrossFit
Noun

a high-intensity fitness program that combines various exercises like weightlifting, cardio, and gymnastics

She joined a CrossFit gym to challenge herself and improve her overall fitness level, pushing through intense workouts that combined strength training and conditioning.

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parachute
3.
pa
ra
chute
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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lac
rosse
Noun

a game played on a field with two teams, each consisting of ten players using long-handled sticks with a net to throw, carry, and catch the ball

The lacrosse team practiced diligently, honing their passing, catching, and shooting skills in preparation for the upcoming tournament.

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floor
ball
Noun

a team sport played indoors with plastic sticks and a lightweight ball, resembling indoor hockey

The floorball team practiced passing drills and shooting exercises to improve their skills and coordination on the court.

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te
ther
ball
Noun

an outdoor game played with a tall pole and a ball attached to a rope, where players hit the ball in opposite directions to wrap the rope around the pole in their favor

The children at the playground took turns playing tetherball, swatting the ball around the pole in an attempt to wrap the rope fully around it.

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seed
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seed
Noun

a small, hard object produced by a fruit or vegetable that can grow into a new one

The gardener planted the seeds in rows to ensure they have enough space to grow.

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wild card
Noun

a person or thing with uncertain or uncontrollable qualities or capabilities

In the playoffs, the underdog team became the wild card, surprising everyone with their unexpected victories.

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decathlon
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de
cath
lon
Noun

a competition consisting of ten different sports that takes place over two days

He trained tirelessly for the decathlon, preparing for the grueling schedule of events that included sprinting, jumping, throwing, and endurance races.

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tit
list
Noun

a person who holds a title or championship in a particular activity or sport

The tennis titlist successfully defended his championship title, defeating his opponent in a thrilling five-set match.

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contender
11.
con
ten
der
Noun

a person or team trying to win something in a contest, especially one with a strong chance of winning

The boxer emerged as a strong contender for the championship title after a series of impressive victories in the ring.

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rookie
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roo
kie
Noun

a person in their first year of professional competition or activity

The rookie quarterback impressed coaches and fans alike with his poise and skill on the football field, showing great promise for the season ahead.

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playoff
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play
off
Noun

the final match to determine the winning team or player when they have the same score

The basketball playoffs were an intense series of games, with the top teams competing for a spot in the championship finals.

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grandstand finish
Noun

an exciting or dramatic conclusion to a sporting event, often with a close or unexpected outcome

The marathon came to a grandstand finish as the two lead runners sprinted neck and neck towards the finish line, with the eventual winner crossing by a mere fraction of a second.

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most valuable player
Noun

the palyer that is judged to be the most significant or useful in the team

He was awarded the Most Valuable Player trophy after leading his team to victory in the championship game, with his exceptional performance on the field making him stand out among his peers.

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