martial art
noun
: any of several arts of combat and self-defense (such as karate and judo) that are widely practiced as sport
martial artist
noun
Examples of martial art in a Sentence
He was trained in the martial arts.
Recent Examples on the Web
Theron trained in martial arts for six weeks prior to filming, stunt coordinator Sam Hargrave told PEOPLE at the time.
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Jack Smart, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
This collaboration, initiated in 2017, has transformed SBG Ireland into a top martial arts destination in Dublin and beyond.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 May 2024
This role offers a unique opportunity to bridge martial arts' historical and contemporary worlds.
—Kansas City Star, 3 May 2024
Designed as a 20-week course, Alta's Warrior Training Program caters to all fitness and experience levels, offering training by top coaches in various martial arts disciplines.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 May 2024
Yeoh is known for roles in martial arts movies from the beginning of her career in the 1980s to the 2000s, including hits like Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, and starred alongside stars like Jackie Chan in Hong Kong's film scene.
—Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024
Muay Thai is a martial art that combines punching, kicking, elbowing, kneeing, clinching and foot jabs to knock your opponent silly.
—Abby Ellin, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2024
There were over 45,000 martial arts and MMA gyms in North America as of September 2023, according to data from IBIS.
—Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2024
Campers will enhance self-esteem and confidence through physical activities including tennis, swimming and martial arts.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2024
Jack Smart, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
This collaboration, initiated in 2017, has transformed SBG Ireland into a top martial arts destination in Dublin and beyond.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 May 2024
This role offers a unique opportunity to bridge martial arts' historical and contemporary worlds.
—Kansas City Star, 3 May 2024
Designed as a 20-week course, Alta's Warrior Training Program caters to all fitness and experience levels, offering training by top coaches in various martial arts disciplines.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 May 2024
Yeoh is known for roles in martial arts movies from the beginning of her career in the 1980s to the 2000s, including hits like Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, and starred alongside stars like Jackie Chan in Hong Kong's film scene.
—Charlotte Phillipp, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024
Muay Thai is a martial art that combines punching, kicking, elbowing, kneeing, clinching and foot jabs to knock your opponent silly.
—Abby Ellin, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2024
There were over 45,000 martial arts and MMA gyms in North America as of September 2023, according to data from IBIS.
—Miami Herald, 15 Apr. 2024
Campers will enhance self-esteem and confidence through physical activities including tennis, swimming and martial arts.
—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Martial art.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/martial%20art. Accessed 15 May. 2024.
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