Athletics

the sport of competing in track and field events, including running races and various competitions in jumping and throwing

She trained all winter to qualify for the national athletics championships in the 400‑meter dash.

a series of sporting games in which teams or players compete against different rivals in different rounds until only one remains and that is the winner

The team trained hard for months in preparation for the regional soccer tournament.

a group of sports clubs or players who compete against each other and are put together based on the points they have gained through the season

The football league has 20 teams competing this season.

a large open-air constructed area that is used for playing sports

to throw something with a specific motion

The baseball pitcher prepared to pitch the ball with precision.

the status or title that a person gains by being the best player or team in a competition

The team won the championship after a thrilling final match.

a person who watches sport competitions closely

The enthusiastic spectator cheered loudly as her favorite team scored the winning goal in the final minutes of the match.

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 small, round band of metal such as gold, silver, etc. that we wear on our finger, and is often decorated with precious stones

He bought a silver ring with a blue gemstone for his mother's birthday.

an official who is in charge of a game, making sure the rules are obeyed by the players

The referee blew the whistle to signal the end of the match, much to the relief of the exhausted players.

to rub gently or caress an animal's fur or hair

She sat on the porch, enjoying the peaceful evening as she stroked her cat's soft fur.

to hit using hands or weapons

The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.

to try to deal with a difficult problem or situation in a determined manner

The team decided to tackle the project's complexity by breaking it into manageable tasks.

any type of behavior or expression that is disrespectful, hurtful, or unpleasant towards another person or group of people

Her comment was seen as an offense, though it wasn’t intended to be hurtful.

the measures and actions a country takes to protect itself from military attack or threats

The nation increased its defense spending in response to regional tensions.

an official who is in charge of a game and makes sure players obey the rules in sports such as tennis, baseball, and cricket

The umpire called the runner out at home plate after a close tag.

to attach or connect two things by a rope, band, etc.

The construction workers are tying reinforcing steel bars together for the foundation.

to make a picture of something using a pencil, pen, etc. without coloring it

He drew a cute cat on the paper for his little sister.

having an extremely unpleasant taste or smell

The spoiled meat emitted a foul odor that permeated the entire kitchen.

(in sport or law) used to show that two sides or teams are against each other

The final match of the World Cup was France versus Croatia.

a sporting contest typically consisting of swimming, cycling, and running taking place in three different events

away from the roads and tracks and across the countryside

an athlete who is trained to perform gymnastics, especially in a competition

The gymnast executed a perfect routine on the balance beam.

a person of exceptional importance and reputation

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

The suitcase was lightweight, perfect for traveling long distances.

to run very fast for a short distance, typically as a form of exercise

In the final stretch of the race, the athlete sprinted past the competition to secure the gold medal.

an object that is awarded to the winner of a competition

The team lifted the championship trophy after their victory.

a psychoactive drug made from the Cannabis plant, typically smoked or ingested for its intoxicating effects

They got caught trying to sell dope behind the bar.

the success that is achieved in a competition, game, war, etc.

a running race of 26 miles or 42 kilometers

She trained for months to run her first marathon.

a sport that involves various athletic events, including running, jumping, and throwing competitions, that are held on a running track

She excels in both sprints and long-distance events in track and field.

the building, rooms, or facilities that a specific club uses

The members met at the club for their weekly chess matches.