kicker (soccer, football, rugby, etc.)
dango; dumpling (usu. sweet); ball-shaped object; something round; lump; group
sink or swim; all or nothing; hit or miss; make or break
explosive; sudden and dramatic (of an increase in sales, popularity, etc.); explosive; rapid
to replace; to substitute; to shift; to change places
stimulation (e.g. of an economy); revitalization (e.g. of a town); rejuvenation; activation
battle formation; camp; encampment; group; gang; war
substitution; replacement; shifting; change
yes?; no?; isn't it?; is it?
groan; moan; roar; howl; hum (e.g. motor); buzz (e.g. bee, wire in wind)
previous day; day before; eve; prior day; preceding day
Shiji; Shih-chi; The Historical Records (ancient Chinese historical record)
supernatural phenomenon; paranormal phenomenon; anomalous phenomenon
to have more wins than losses; to lead someone (by no. of matches); to take the lead over an opponent (in points)
to lessen; to decrease; to diminish
passing the ball; exchanging passes; passing back and forth
same score; deadlock; tie; draw
to grow hot (e.g. water); to boil; to get excited (at); to erupt (in applause, cheering, etc.); to ferment; to melt (of metal)
audience seating; (spectator) stands; auditorium; stadium
to watch for an unguarded moment
to level (earth); to cut through (a mountain); to split (the opposition); to break (strike)
draw (in competition); tie game
last; final; end; conclusion; rust
friend and foe; enemies and allies; both sides
counter for waves (of a repeated occurrence)
to come to an end; to lower the curtain
generously; liberally; magnanimously
practice field; training ground; driving range; practice hall; rehearsal space
gift; premium; prize (lottery drawing, pachinko, etc.); party favor (favour)