Military Training Jargon

noun a descent of a vertical surface, as a cliff or wall, by sliding down a belayed rope that is passed under one thigh and over the opposite shoulder

verb to descend a vertical surface by means of a double rope secured above and placed around the body, usually in stages

• The experienced climber abseils down the steep cliff with ease.
• I can't believe she abseils down that rock face like it's nothing!
• He's crazy, he abseils down buildings for fun.
• She abseils through life's challenges with grace and determination.

noun a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands, especially in conditions of stress, increasing rates of blood circulation, breathing, and carbohydrate metabolism and preparing muscles for exertion

• The rush of adrenaline can have a significant impact on the body's physiological response to stress.
• I love the feeling of adrenaline pumping through my veins when I go bungee jumping.
• Dude, my adrenaline was off the charts during that roller coaster ride!
• The adrenaline of competition fueled her drive to succeed in the business world.