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Topic: Sports

overhanded

IPA: //ˈoʊvərˌhændɪd//

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌhændəd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a type of action or movement that is done with the hand above the level of the shoulder, often used in sports or physical activities.

Example: He threw the ball with an overhanded motion, making it travel faster.

overmatch

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌmætʃ/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌmætʃ/

noun

Definition: A competition where one competitor is clearly better than the other.

Example: In the championship game, the team faced an overmatch and struggled to keep up.

transitive verb

Definition: To defeat someone or something by being stronger, better, or more skilled.

Example: The champion was able to overmatch all of his opponents in the tournament.

overspin

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌspɪn/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌspɪn/

noun

Definition: An excessive amount of spin applied to a projectile, causing it to behave in a specific way during its flight.

Example: The player used overspin to make the ball bounce unpredictably on the court.

overstride

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌstraɪd/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌstraɪd/

transitive verb

Definition: To step or stride over something, often going beyond its limits or boundaries.

Example: He tends to overstride when he runs, which can lead to injury.

overswing

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌswɪŋ/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌswɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A swing that is too much or goes beyond what is normal or necessary.

Example: The golfer's overswing caused him to miss the ball completely.

verb

Definition: To swing beyond the intended limit or range.

Example: He tends to overswing when he practices his golf swing, which affects his accuracy.

pace

IPA: /peɪs/

KK: /peɪs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To walk or move at a steady speed, often with long steps.

Example: She decided to pace herself during the marathon to avoid getting tired too quickly.

noun

Definition: A way of walking or running, often measured by the speed or distance covered in a certain time.

Example: She maintained a steady pace during her morning jog.

preposition

Definition: This word is used to indicate that something is done with respect to or in consideration of someone else's opinion or statement, often to show disagreement politely.

Example: Pace my critics, I believe my approach is the best solution.

transitive verb

Definition: To move or develop something at a specific speed or rate, or to measure distance by counting steps.

Example: She paced the room while waiting for the phone call.

pacemaking

IPA: /ˈpeɪkˌmeɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈpeɪkˌmeɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of leading or controlling the pace in a race or activity, often associated with a device that regulates heartbeats.

Example: The pacemaking process in the heart ensures that blood is pumped efficiently throughout the body.

pacer

IPA: /ˈpeɪsər/

KK: /ˈpeɪsər/

noun

Definition: A type of horse that moves with a specific gait called pacing, where the legs on the same side move together.

Example: The pacer won the race with its smooth and steady gait.

pacesetter

IPA: /ˈpeɪsˌsɛtə/

KK: /ˈpeɪsˌsɛtər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that sets a standard or example for others to follow, especially in a competitive context.

Example: The athlete was a pacesetter in the marathon, inspiring others to improve their times.

pacey

IPA: /ˈpeɪsi/

KK: /ˈpeɪsi/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is fast or quick in movement or action.

Example: The movie had a pacey storyline that kept everyone on the edge of their seats.

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