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Term: Decathlon

Description:

The term "decathlon" refers to a combined track and field athletics event, comprising ten different disciplines. It is designed to test an athlete's versatility in various skills such as running, jumping, throwing, and endurance. The decathlon is typically spread over two consecutive days and demands immense athleticism, agility, and mental fortitude.

Parts of Speech: noun

Senses:

1. (Sport) A track and field athletics event consisting of ten disciplines, performed by an individual athlete.

2. (General) A challenging test of versatility, requiring proficiency in multiple diverse areas.

Usages:

- I'm training hard for the upcoming decathlon competition, where I will be competing in ten different events.

- The decathlon is considered one of the most demanding events in athletics, pushing athletes to their limits.

- His outstanding performance in the decathlon earned him a well-deserved gold medal at the Olympic Games.

Sample Sentence:

The decathlon includes 100-meter and 400-meter sprints, long jump, high jump, shot put, discus throw, javelin throw, pole vault, and both 110-meter and 1,500-meter hurdles.

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