Combat Sports

a Japanese martial art that focuses on redirecting an opponent's energy rather than meeting force with force

She earned her black belt in aikido after years of dedicated training.

a premier mixed martial arts organization known for its high-level competitions featuring fighters from various disciplines

He dreams of becoming a champion in the Ultimate Fighting Championship one day.

any type of sports that include fighting which are especially originated in the Far East, such as judo, kung fu, etc.

He has been studying martial arts since he was a child, starting with karate and later branching out into jiu-jitsu.

a Chinese martial art encompassing a wide range of fighting styles and techniques

He practiced kung fu for years to master its intricate techniques.

a Korean martial art characterized by its emphasis on high kicks and jumping and spinning kicks

She has been practicing taekwondo for years and is now a black belt.

a martial art and sport that emphasizes grappling and throwing techniques, originated in Japan

Judo is known for its emphasis on technique rather than strength.

a Japanese martial art and combat sport that focuses on ground fighting and grappling techniques

Jiujitsu promotes physical fitness, flexibility, and mental discipline.

a martial art that involves striking and blocking techniques, typically practiced for self-defense, sport, or physical fitness

Karate helps build physical strength and mental discipline.

a Japanese martial art that focuses on swordsmanship with bamboo swords and protective armor

He has been practicing kendo for over a decade.

a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music

She has been practicing capoeira for years and has mastered its fluid movements.

a Chinese full-contact fighting system incorporating punches, kicks, throws, and sweeps

He trained extensively in Sanda to improve his striking and grappling skills.

a combat sport that focuses on grappling and ground fighting techniques

Many MMA fighters incorporate Brazilian jiu-jitsu into their training regimen.

a traditional form of Thai martial arts characterized by its emphasis on practical fighting techniques

She traveled to Thailand to study Muay Boran from experienced masters.

a Korean martial art that focuses on joint locks, throws, and strikes for self-defense

She practiced hapkido diligently to improve her self-defense skills.

a martial art that originated in Russia, emphasizing grappling techniques and self-defense

The Russian army used sambo as part of their hand-to-hand combat training.

a container, usually with four sides, a bottom, and a lid, that we use for moving or keeping things

He placed the puzzle pieces back into the puzzle box.

the adapted version of taekwondo for athletes with physical disabilities, allowing them to participate in the sport

She excelled in para taekwondo competitions despite her mobility impairment.

the practice of judo adapted for athletes with physical disabilities, emphasizing techniques suitable for their abilities and circumstances

She credits para judo for boosting her confidence and improving her physical fitness.

a structure like a wall, made of wire, wood, etc. that is placed around an area or a piece of land

She leaned on the fence and watched the sunset.

a combar sport where individuals with physical disabilities engage in fencing while seated in a wheelchair

Wheelchair fencing allows individuals with physical disabilities to compete in the sport of fencing.

the skill or art of using a sword, typically in combat or as a sport

He practiced swordplay with a fencing coach to prepare for tournaments.

impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball)

a form of mixed martial arts competition held within an enclosed, caged area

Cage fighting matches are intense and brutal.

to engage in a physical competition involving holds, maneuvers, and grappling, often as part of a sport or for recreation

Athletes often wrestle in competitions to demonstrate strength and skill.

a form of combat sport where opponents grapple and attempt to pin each other to the mat using various techniques, emphasizing takedowns and ground control

He began training in freestyle wrestling at a young age.

a style of wrestling where holds below the waist are prohibited, emphasizing throws and takedowns

The athlete excelled in Greco-Roman wrestling due to his exceptional throwing techniques.

a crushing remark

a change from one state to the opposite state

to change from one thing, such as a task, major, conversation topic, job, etc. to a completely different one

After completing the morning meeting, she decided to switch tasks and focus on a different project.

to get away from captivity

Every day, the prisoners plan how to escape from their cells.

a small, decorative item designed to be attached to clothing

She wore a beautiful enamel pin shaped like a butterfly on her jacket.

a situation in wrestling when a wrestler almost pins their opponent, achieving a count of two but not the full three required for a pin

The wrestler scored a near fall but couldn't get the pin.

a person whose job is to protect and look after a person or place

She hired a guard to watch over her estate while she was away on vacation.

(sports) a kicking technique where the ball is dropped and kicked just after it touches the ground

The rugby player scored a dropkick from midfield.

a dance step that involves pivoting or rotating on the heel, used for changing direction or adding a turning element in dance

a close friend or companion

We've been best friends for years; he's my sidekick.

a technique in martial arts where a fighter thrusts their foot forward to create distance

The instructor demonstrated the proper form for a push kick.

a combat sport that blends striking and grappling techniques from various disciplines, both standing and on the ground

She dedicated years to mastering the techniques of mixed martial arts.

a climbing technique where the climber uses their heel on a hold to pull their body upward or secure a position

She executed a perfect heel hook to reach the next hold on the overhang.

a line that bisects a plane figure

a boxer who competes in the flyweight weight class, typically weighing up to 51 kilograms

During the fight, the flyweight landed a series of quick combinations.

a boxer who competes in the bantamweight weight class, typically between 52.2 and 53.5 kilograms

The bantamweight demonstrated excellent technique and quick footwork.

a boxer who competes in the featherweight weight class, typically between 56 and 57

The featherweight moved swiftly around the ring, landing precise jabs.

having little weight or mass, making it easy to carry or move

The suitcase was lightweight, perfect for traveling long distances.

a weight category between lightweight and middleweight in professional boxing and similar sports, typically 63–67 kg or 139–147 lb

The boxer moved up to welterweight after dominating the lightweight division.

a person of exceptional importance and reputation

a boxer who competes in the weight class that ranges from 70 to 73 kilograms

The middleweight showcased his agility and power in the ring.

a boxer who competes in the light heavyweight weight class, typically between 76 to 79 kilograms

During the match, the light heavyweight displayed exceptional speed and agility.

a professional boxer who weighs between 169 and 175 pounds

a boxer who competes in the super heavyweight weight class, typically for boxers weighing over 91 kilograms

The super heavyweight adjusted his defense to absorb his opponent's powerful blows.

a Japanese combat sport where two wrestlers aim to force each other out of a ring or to the ground

He trained rigorously to compete in sumo wrestling tournaments.

a period or round of play in which one team or competitor is actively attacking or competing

The boxer dominated the final bout with swift jabs.

a form of martial arts known for its practical self-defense techniques

I've been practicing Krav Maga for three years now.

an ancient Greek martial art combining boxing and wrestling techniques

Pankration was a featured sport in the ancient Olympic Games.

to securely attach a small piece of identification or information to an item

I will tag the suitcase with my name and contact information before the flight.

to separate something into more pieces, often in a sudden way

Be careful not to break the glass when you wash the dishes.