The Hindu Editorial (Ugly bout) – May 12, 2026
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- bout (noun) – a short period of intense activity of a specified kind, such as a wrestling or boxing match; match, contest, fight, struggle.
- show-cause notice (noun) – a formal legal or disciplinary document issued by an authority asking an individual or organization to explain or justify why a specific disciplinary action should not be taken against them; formal summons, disciplinary notice, demand for explanation.
- suspect (adjective) – questionable, doubtful, suspicious, dubious.
- comeback (noun as modifier) – return, reappearance, arrival back, revival.
- bid (noun) – an attempt or effort to achieve a particular goal or outcome; attempt, effort, endeavor, try.
- sabbatical (noun) – a period of paid or unpaid leave from one’s regular work or career, often taken for rest, travel, or research; break, leave, hiatus, time off.
- following (preposition) – coming after or as a result of an event; after, subsequent to, in the aftermath of, as a consequence of.
- hit (verb) – encounter, face, run into, confront.
- roadblock (noun) – obstacle, hurdle, barrier, impediment.
- Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) (organization) – The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) is the national governing body for wrestling in India. It is responsible for promoting and developing the sport, organizing national events, and selecting wrestlers for international competitions.
- ineligible (adjective) – unqualified, disqualified, unentitled, unfit.
- United World Wrestling (UWW) (organization) – United World Wrestling (UWW) is the international governing body for the sport of amateur wrestling. It oversees wrestling at the Olympics and presides over international competitions for various forms of wrestling, including Greco-Roman and freestyle.
- world body (noun) – an international organization that governs and regulates a specific activity, such as a global sport; international federation, global governing body, international authority.
- prior to (phrase) – before, preceding, earlier than, ahead of.
- intended (adjective) – planned, proposed, expected, deliberate.
- with an eye on (phrase) – looking at or considering something with a particular goal or future plan in mind; keeping in mind, focusing on, considering, with a view to.
- prominent (adjective) – famous, leading, noteworthy, distinguished.
- face (noun) – a person who is recognized as the leading representative or most recognizable figure; figurehead, representative, leader, symbol.
- wrestler (noun) – a person who takes part in the sport or activity of wrestling.
- allegation (noun) – charge, accusation, claim, assertion.
- harassment (noun) – aggressive pressure, intimidation, or unwelcome behavior, often of a sexual or discriminatory nature; intimidation, persecution, bullying, torment.
- Open Ranking tournament (noun) – a sporting event that is open to competitors of various levels, where their performance helps determine their official rank in the sport.
- Gonda (proper noun) – a city and district in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, politically and socially significant in the context of certain local leaders.
- strongman (noun) – a political figure or leader who exercises power by force, influence, or authoritarian control; powerful leader.
- own (verb) – to possess, control, or have legal right to a property or institution; possess, hold, control, have.
- The National Federation (noun) – referring specifically to the recognized national governing body for a sport (in this context, the Wrestling Federation of India).
- head (verb) – to be in charge of or lead an organization or group; direct, lead, control, govern.
- aide (noun) – an assistant or trusted helper to a political leader or official; assistant, right-hand man, helper, deputy.
- ground (noun) – a valid reason, justification, or basis for an action, decision, or argument; reason, basis, cause, justification.
- adhere to (phrasal verb) – follow, stick to, conform to, abide by, comply with, observe.
- result in (phrasal verb) – lead to, cause, bring about, produce, give rise to.
- publicity (noun) – attention, exposure, media coverage, spotlight.
- testing pool (noun) – a designated group of top-level athletes who are subject to unannounced, out-of-competition anti-doping tests.
- time slot (noun) – an allotted or scheduled period of time during which something is planned to happen; time frame, schedule, window, interval.
- dope test (noun) – an official medical test conducted on athletes to detect the use of banned performance-enhancing drugs; drug test, anti-doping test.
- whereabout (noun) – the specific location or physical place where a person is at a given time, often required by anti-doping agencies for unannounced testing; location, site, situation.
- shortly after (phrase) – happening a very short amount of time after another event; soon after, immediately after, directly after, right after.
- violate (verb) – breach, contravene, break, disobey.
- selection trial (noun) – a sporting contest held to choose athletes who will represent a team or country in a larger competition; qualifier, qualifying event, tryout, eliminating heat.
- charge (noun) – accusation, allegation, indictment, claim.
- rubbish (verb) – to criticize severely and reject an idea, statement, or accusation as completely false or worthless; dismiss, reject, mock, criticize.
- raise doubts about (phrase) – to cause people to be uncertain, skeptical, or suspicious regarding the truth or validity of something; cast doubt on, question, make suspicious, challenge.
- intention (noun) – aim, purpose, objective, motive.
- as for (phrase) – regarding, concerning, with respect to, in relation to.
- fiasco (noun) – a complete, embarrassing, and often humiliating failure or disaster; disaster, debacle, catastrophe, failure.
- World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) (organization) – an international independent agency established to coordinate and monitor the fight against doping in sports globally. It sets the rules and standards for drug testing and penalizing athletes who use banned substances.
- constitute (verb) – to amount to, act as, or be considered as something legally or officially; amount to, form, make up, comprise.
- violation (noun) – breach, infringement, contravention, transgression.
- however (adverb) – nevertheless, nonetheless, yet, on the other hand.
- moreover (adverb) – besides, furthermore, in addition, additionally.
- National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) (organization) – the central organization responsible for promoting, coordinating, and monitoring the anti-doping program in sports across India, working in alignment with WADA guidelines.
- authorities (noun) – officials, management, administration, governing body.
- concerned (adjective) – involved in, responsible for, or affected by the matter in question; involved, connected, interested, affected.
- doping (noun) – the administration or use of banned performance-enhancing drugs by athletic competitors to unlawfully improve their performance; drug use, substance abuse, blood doping, performance enhancement.
- trial (noun) – a test of the performance, qualities, or suitability of an athlete to determine their selection for a team or event; test, tryout, audition, qualifying match.
- hold (verb) – arrange, conduct, or organize, such as an event or meeting; conduct, organize, host, arrange.
- ad hoc (adjective) – temporary, provisional, impromptu, makeshift.
- body (noun) – committee, organization, association, council.
- at the time (phrase) – then, at that moment, during that period, in those days.
- parent body (noun) – the primary or overarching organization that exercises authority and control over smaller, affiliated subsidiary groups or federations; governing body, central organization, main authority, apex body.
- show maturity in (phrase) – to behave in a sensible, responsible, and experienced manner when dealing with a complex or difficult situation; act responsibly, demonstrate wisdom, exhibit sensibility, handle maturely.
- club together (phrasal verb) – to combine or group separate things or incidents together into one single entity or case; combine, pool, group, merge.
- span (verb) – to extend across a period of time, space, or a range of subjects; extend over, stretch across, cover, bridge.
- thwart (verb) – foil, prevent, frustrate, derail.
- legislator (noun) – a member of a legislative body, such as a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) or Parliament; lawmaker, representative, parliamentarian, politician.
- temperament (noun) – a person’s nature, character, or usual state of mind, which permanently affects their behavior; character, disposition, nature, personality.
- meanwhile (adverb) – in the meantime, simultaneously, concurrently, at the same time.
- step in (phrasal verb) – to become involved in a difficult situation or dispute in order to help or resolve it; intervene, intercede, get involved, mediate.
- decorated (adjective) – awarded, honored, distinguished, highly acclaimed.
- embarrassment (noun) – humiliation, shame, awkwardness, indignity.
- score (noun) – a particular point, subject, or matter being discussed; point, respect, matter, account.
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