He denied that he was deliberately PLAYING ______ before the final penalty kick. (saying or doing things to confuse a person)

She said she didn't just want to win, but to win BIG ______ by breaking two world records. (significantly)

Only the toughest competitors sign up for this extreme sport because it’s NOT FOR THE ______. (not suitable for people without confidence)

The crowd was HANGING ON ______ as the commentator described the final moments of the race. (listening intently)

The new rules of the competition are only understood by the coaches to THOSE NOT ______, they make no sense. (people who are not aware or told about something)

The new dance craze involves the participants THROWING ______ that look incredibly difficult to copy. (performing dance steps)

When the star player got injured, the rest of the team managed to RISE TO ______ and win the championship. (deal successfully with a difficult situation)

The defeat was NOT DOWN ______ a lack of training the team simply faced stronger opponents. (not because of)

He only hesitated before crossing the finish line FOR A ______ but it cost him the race. (for a very short time)

The amateur team has been PLAYING ______ with the professional clubs all season and hasn't yet won a match. (trying to reach the same standard as someone else)