Fitness Exercises

13 words in this vocabulary list

noun the amount of money in a bank account

verb to make the credits and debits of (an account) equal

  • Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for overall well-being.
  • I try to juggle work and personal life to find a good balance.
  • I'm all about that work-play balance, you know?
  • Finding the right balance between saving and spending is like walking a tightrope.

noun a large muscle in the upper arm that flexes the elbow and rotates the forearm

  • The bodybuilder's biceps were incredibly well-defined and muscular.
  • Check out his biceps, they're huge!
  • His guns are looking swole, bro.
  • Her influence in the company was like flexing her biceps in a power struggle.

noun the act of crushing or grinding something with force

verb to crush or grind something with force

  • The crunch of leaves underfoot signaled the arrival of autumn.
  • I love the sound of chips crunching when I eat them.
  • I can't believe she ghosted him right before the big crunch.
  • The company is facing a financial crunch due to decreased sales.

noun a curved or spiral shape or form

verb to form into a curved or spiral shape

adjective having a curved or spiral shape

  • She used a curling iron to create perfect curls in her hair for the event.
  • I love how your hair curls naturally, it's so pretty.
  • I wish I could get my curls to look as good as yours.
  • The smoke curled up from the chimney, creating a picturesque scene.

noun a physical movement in which someone or something moves quickly and suddenly off the ground

verb to move suddenly and quickly off the ground

adverb used to describe the manner in which someone or something moves quickly and suddenly off the ground

  • The athlete had to jump up in order to reach the high bar during the competition.
  • I told my dog to jump up on the couch so we could cuddle.
  • I love watching those dance crews that can jump up and bust a move.
  • Her heart would jump up every time she saw him, even though they were just friends.

noun a physical action of propelling oneself rapidly upward such as from the ground

verb to propel oneself rapidly upward such as from the ground by using one's legs and feet

adjective describing something related to or characteristic of jumping

adverb modifying a verb by providing information about the manner in which the action is performed

  • The athlete executed a perfect high jump during the track and field competition.
  • I dare you to jump over that fence!
  • Let's go to the beach and take a jump in the water.
  • She had to jump through hoops to get the project approved.

noun The act of propelling oneself upwards or forwards by using one's legs and feet.

verb The action of propelling oneself upwards or forwards by using one's legs and feet.

adjective Describing something that is in the act of propelling oneself upwards or forwards by using one's legs and feet.

adverb In a manner that involves propelling oneself upwards or forwards by using one's legs and feet.

  • The athlete demonstrated perfect form while jumping over the hurdles.
  • I love watching cats jumping around and playing with toys.
  • She was so excited, she was jumping for joy when she heard the news.
  • The stock prices have been jumping up and down all week.

noun a quick and sudden grasp or grab

verb to quickly seize or grab something

  • The thief attempted to snatch the purse from the woman's hand.
  • Did you see that guy try to snatch the last cookie?
  • I can't believe he tried to snatch my phone!
  • The team managed to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat in the final moments of the game.

noun a movement in which a dancer bends the knees and straightens them again, usually with the feet turned out and heels firmly on the ground

  • The ballet dancer executed a perfect plié during the performance.
  • Make sure to bend your knees when you do a plié in ballet class.
  • I can't wait to nail that plié move in our dance routine.
  • In order to navigate through life's challenges, sometimes you need to plié and gracefully move forward.

noun a wrestling throw in which one person lifts the opponent off the ground and falls backward to slam the opponent onto their back

  • The wrestler executed a flawless suplex during the championship match.
  • Did you see that wrestler pull off a sweet suplex last night?
  • That was a sick suplex the wrestler hit!
  • Her argument was like a verbal suplex, knocking down all of his points effortlessly.

noun A player in American football whose primary role is to carry the ball on running plays

adjective Describing the position or role of a player in American football

  • The running back made a crucial touchdown in the final minutes of the game.
  • Did you see that running back juke out the defenders? He's so fast!
  • That running back is a beast on the field, no one can catch him.
  • Being a running back in life means constantly moving forward despite obstacles.

noun the front part of a shirt, typically referring to the area covering the chest

  • The gentleman wore a crisp white shirtfront to the formal event.
  • He always looks sharp in his shirtfront and tie.
  • Check out the shirtfront on that guy, he's definitely dressed to impress.
  • The politician promised to shirtfront his opponent in the upcoming debate.

noun a composition or movement marked to be played adagio

  • The orchestra performed a series of beautiful adagios during the concert.
  • I love listening to adagios when I want to relax and unwind.
  • Those adagios were so chill, they really set the mood.
  • His speech was like a series of adagios, slow and deliberate, capturing everyone's attention.