Terms Starting with "R"

41 terms found

Rabbet

Intermediate

Step-like recess cut along edge

Example:

"The rabbet joint is simple and strong"

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Racking

Intermediate

Transferring wine off sediment

Example:

"Rack the wine carefully to avoid sediment"

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Range

Beginner

Span from lowest to highest singable note

Categories:ðŸŽĩSinging

Example:

"Extend your range gradually"

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Rappel

Advanced

Controlled descent using rope

Example:

"The rappel into darkness was eerie"

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Raw

Intermediate

Lifting without supportive equipment like suits or wraps

Example:

"Raw powerlifting is gaining popularity"

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RBI

Beginner

Run batted in - run scored due to batter's action

Categories:âšūBaseball

Example:

"Two RBI single to center"

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Realism

Advanced

Photographic style achieving lifelike appearance

Example:

"Realism requires exceptional skill"

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Chokehold applied from behind opponent's back

Example:

"The rear naked choke ended the fight"

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Gaining possession of missed shot

Example:

"Great offensive rebound"

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Puck that bounces off goaltender

Categories:🏒Hockey

Example:

"He scored on the rebound"

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Return phase between strokes when oar is out of water

Categories:ðŸšĢRowing

Example:

"Controlled recovery to the catch"

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Low-intensity swimming for active rest

Categories:🏊Swimming

Example:

"Do 200 recovery between sets"

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Red Light

Intermediate

Failed attempt in powerlifting competition

Example:

"The red light came from depth"

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Red Light (Comedy)

Intermediate

Audience signal showing disengagement

Example:

"The red light came early"

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Redpoint

Advanced

Completing route cleanly after previous practice

Example:

"His redpoint attempt was successful"

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Refrain

Intermediate

Repeated line or phrase throughout poem

Example:

"The refrain unified the poem"

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Stance with left foot forward on board

Example:

"Most riders are regular stance"

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Relay

Intermediate

Team race where runners pass a baton

Example:

"The 4x100m relay set a world record"

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Reserve

Beginner

Backup parachute for emergency situations

Example:

"The reserve deployed flawlessly"

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Resonance

Intermediate

Amplification of voice in body cavities

Categories:ðŸŽĩSinging

Example:

"Find your natural resonance"

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Responsive

Intermediate

Design adapting to different screen sizes

Example:

"Responsive design works on all devices"

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Reversal

Intermediate

Moving from bottom to top position and gaining control

Example:

"She scored a reversal from bottom"

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Rhyme Scheme

Beginner

Pattern of rhymes at end of lines

Example:

"ABAB is a simple rhyme scheme"

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Ride

Advanced

Defensive pressure preventing opponent from clearing

Categories:ðŸĨLacrosse

Example:

"The ride forced a turnover"

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Riff

Advanced

Vocal embellishment with rapid note changes

Categories:ðŸŽĩSinging

Example:

"Her riff was technically impressive"

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Right of Way

Advanced

Priority rules determining who scores when both hit

Categories:ðŸĪšFencing

Example:

"She had right of way on that action"

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Rim

Beginner

Coating glass edge with salt or sugar

Example:

"Rim margarita glass with salt"

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Rimstone

Intermediate

Mineral dams creating pools in caves

Example:

"Rimstone pools held crystal clear water"

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Rings

Advanced

Men's apparatus with two suspended rings requiring strength

Example:

"The rings routine displayed incredible strength"

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Rinse

Advanced

Coating glass interior with spirit

Example:

"Rinse glass with absinthe"

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Rip Cut

Beginner

Cut made parallel to wood grain

Example:

"Rip cuts follow the grain direction"

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Riposte

Intermediate

Counter-attack immediately following successful parry

Categories:ðŸĪšFencing

Example:

"The riposte found its mark"

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Rosin

Beginner

Resin applied to bow hair for proper grip on strings

Categories:ðŸŽŧViolin

Example:

"Apply rosin before each practice"

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Rotation

Beginner

Clockwise movement of players after winning serve

Example:

"Time to rotate positions"

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Rough

Beginner

Longer grass areas adjacent to fairway making shots more difficult

Categories:â›ģGolf

Example:

"The ball settled in the thick rough"

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Round-off

Intermediate

Skill similar to cartwheel but landing with both feet together

Example:

"The round-off set up the back handspring"

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Route

Beginner

Climbing path up rock face or artificial wall

Example:

"The route had challenging overhangs"

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Rubber

Intermediate

Surface material on paddle affecting ball spin and speed

Example:

"Pips-out rubber creates different spin"

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Rule of Three

Intermediate

Comedy structure with setup, reinforce, punchline

Example:

"The rule of three is classic structure"

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Run

Advanced

Fast sequence of notes on single syllable

Categories:ðŸŽĩSinging

Example:

"The run showcased her agility"

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Runner's High

Intermediate

Euphoric feeling experienced during or after running

Categories:🏃Running

Example:

"The runner's high kicked in around mile 3"

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