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Skiing

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Skiing

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freestyle skiing
Noun

a discipline where skiers perform tricks, jumps, and maneuvers on various terrain, emphasizing creativity and style

He's training for freestyle skiing competitions.

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ski jumping
Noun

a type of skiing where skiers slide down a specially built slope and jump into the air to see who can go the farthest

Ski jumping takes skill and bravery to jump far and land safely.

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cross-country skiing
Noun

a form of skiing where skiers travel across snow-covered terrain using skis, poles, and physical endurance

Cross-country skiing requires stamina, balance, and efficient technique.

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Telemark skiing
Noun

a skiing technique where the skier's heel is free, allowing for a deep-knee bend and a turn

He's been practicing Telemark skiing for years.

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he
lis
kiing
Noun

the act of skiing in remote places reached by helicopter, not ski lifts

They went heliskiing in the mountains last winter.

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ski
bo
bbing
Noun

a winter sport or activity in which one rides a vehicle resembling a bicycle downhill on skis

Skibobbing involves riding a bike-like vehicle downhill on skis.

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Nordic skiing
Noun

a type of skiing across snowy landscape that involes long, narrow skis and poles

They went Nordic skiing in the mountains last weekend.

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extreme skiing
Noun

a type of ski performed in challenging and often unconventional terrain, such as steep slopes, cliffs, or deep powder snow

Extreme skiing requires advanced skills and experience.

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backcountry skiing
Noun

a form of skiing performed in remote, unmarked, and typically undeveloped terrain, often accessed by hiking or helicopter

Backcountry skiing offers untouched powder snow.

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parallel skiing
Noun

a technique where both skis stay parallel to each other throughout the descent

Beginners often start learning parallel skiing.

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snowplow
snow
plow
Noun

a vehicle or other piece of equipment used for clearing roads of snow

The snowplow cleared the streets early in the morning, making it safe for cars to drive.

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para cross-country skiing
Noun

a form of cross-country skiing adapted for athletes with physical disabilities, using specialized equipment and techniques

Para cross-country skiing allows athletes with disabilities to compete in the sport.

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para alpine skiing
Noun

the sport of downhill skiing for athletes with physical disabilities

She's representing her country in para alpine skiing at the Paralympic Games.

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para Nordic skiing
Noun

the cross-country skiing and biathlon events designed for athletes with physical disabilities

Para Nordic skiing is an adaptive sport for athletes with disabilities.

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parallel turn
Noun

a technique in skiing where both skis turn together, maintaining a parallel position throughout the turn

Learning to master the parallel turn is essential for skiing progression.

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jump turn
Noun

a technique in skiing where a skier quickly changes direction mid-air during a jump

The expert skier effortlessly performed a jump turn.

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stem turn
Noun

a basic skiing technique where a skier turns by pushing their heels out and their toes in

Beginners learn the stem turn as their first skiing maneuver.

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pole plant
Noun

the action of planting a ski pole into the snow to aid in turning and balance

He timed his pole plant to initiate the turn.

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pitch
pitch
Verb

to throw something with a specific motion

The baseball pitcher prepared to pitch the ball with precision.

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