Sport Competition and Achievement
Open a theme, then select a word or phrase for its meaning, example and pronunciation.
1. Training and preparation (20 entries)
- training plan
- improve technique
- qualify
- fitness test
- set a target
- strength training
- practice match
- team practice
- enter a competition
- rest period
- improve your time
- gymnastics
- time limit
- sprint
- swim a length
- technique
- tracksuit
- shin pads
- goggles
- yoga
2. Competition events (20 entries)
- tournament
- round
- championship
- cup match
- league
- kick-off
- extra time
- athletics
- competitor
- champion
- qualifying round
- net
- ice rink
- battle
- nation
- crossword
- election
- rugby
- union
- historic
3. Performance descriptions (20 entries)
- save a shot
- pass accurately
- score the winner
- under pressure
- defend
- keep up with
- miss a chance
- close match
- well earned
- set an example
- stand out
- effective
- advanced
- grade
- enemy
- entry
- more than double
- above average
- edge
- flow
4. Success and setbacks (20 entries)
- draw
- go through
- reach the final
- recover from
- injury
- break a record
- celebrate success
- unsuccessful attempt
- lose confidence
- team effort
- loss
- determination
- a turning point
- recovery
- lesson
- high standard
- result in
- measure success
- punishment
- record results
5. Sportsmanship (20 entries)
- good sport
- play by the rules
- support a teammate
- accept a decision
- cheat
- represent
- congratulate
- apologise to
- fair play
- admit a mistake
- lose your temper
- coach
- reward
- team spirit
- whistle
- play fair
- cheer up
- supporter
- bite
- punish