diving
Pronunciation: [ˈdaɪvɪŋ]
Context: "sports"
(verb) to jump into water headfirst or to go underwater. When you dive, you usually do it in a pool or the ocean, and you might want to hold your breath and swim under the water.
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She is diving into the pool to show her friends how to swim.
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He didn't dive because the water was too cold.
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Are you going to dive off the diving board?
Context: "sports"
(noun) the act of jumping into water headfirst or swimming underwater. When people talk about diving, they might mean doing it for fun or as a sport.
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His diving skills impressed everyone at the competition.
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Her diving was not up to standard, and she didn't score well.
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What do you like most about diving?
Context: "exploration"
(verb) to go underwater to explore or see things, especially in oceans or lakes. This kind of diving is usually done with special gear and can help you see fish and coral.
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They are diving in the ocean to explore a shipwreck.
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He doesn't want to dive because he is afraid of the dark water.
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Have you ever gone diving to see underwater animals?
Context: "exploration"
(noun) the activity of exploring underwater places, especially in oceans. People enjoy diving to see cool things like colorful fish and plants.
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Her love for diving has taken her to many beautiful coral reefs.
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His lack of experience in diving made the trip less enjoyable.
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What is your favorite diving location?