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How Olympians Have Changed (1924-2014)
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姚易辰 posted on 2014/07/28Ever wonder why Olympians look so different now compared to the past? This video dives into the fascinating science behind how elite athletes' bodies have evolved from 1924 to 2014, using data-driven insights and exploring topics like body specialization and sports biomechanics. You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary and gain a deeper cultural understanding of the Olympics!
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the past
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- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- The time that has gone by; history.
- Adjective
- Belonging to or existing in former times; bygone.
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More ski jumping
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- Noun
- A winter sport in which competitors ski down a ramp and attempt to jump as far as possible.
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More based on
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- Phrasal Verb
- To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
- Preposition
- Using something as the main idea or foundation.
- Relying on something as evidence or justification.
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More the average
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- A number expressing the central or typical value in a set of data.
- Adjective
- Typical or normal; not outstanding.
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