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martial arts

  • plural
    of martial art.
    martial art
    noun
    Often martial arts any of the traditional forms of Asian self-defense or combat that utilize physical skill and coordination without weapons, as karate, aikido, judo, or kung fu, often practiced as sport.

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Her workouts typically consist of strength exercises, mixed with martial arts and outdoor activities like hiking and running.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

MVP historically focused on boxing, while PFL centers on mixed martial arts; the merged company will put on fights for both sports.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026

"Our cattle breeding and training spaces are all temporary facilities inside the martial arts school," Li explained.

From Barron's ● Jun. 28, 2026

About 4,300 people are expected at the invite-only mixed martial arts event on the South Lawn, with another 85,000 expected at a nearby fan zone.

From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026

“Although I’m certain your martial arts sensei is turning in his grave. A spinning kick? How could you?”

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer