Explanation: An 'audible' is a real-time instruction to adjust the match flow, typically due to a mistake or 'botch', rather than a pre-planned sequence.

Explanation: 'Blading' is the *intentional* practice of a wrestler cutting themselves to induce bleeding, not an accidental occurrence.

Explanation: One meaning of a 'blind tag' is when a wrestler on the apron tags their partner without the partner's knowledge or consent, or when a tag occurs without the opponent realizing it.

Explanation: For a wrestler to 'blow up' means they become physically exhausted or out of breath during a match, indicating a loss of stamina.

Explanation: A 'bonzo gonzo' ending is indeed a chaotic conclusion in multi-person matches where the referee loses control due to all participating wrestlers being in the ring simultaneously.

Explanation: A 'boom boom boom' segment typically occurs near the end of a match, where competitors rapidly perform signature moves to build excitement towards the conclusion.

Explanation: A 'botch' refers to a mistake or error that occurs during a match, where a scripted move or line does not go as planned, rather than a perfectly executed maneuver.

Explanation: 'Bret's rope' refers to the *second*, or middle, rope of a wrestling ring, which is often considered the most dangerous, named after Bret Hart.

Explanation: For a match to 'go broadway' means it ends in a time limit draw, where neither wrestler secures a victory before the allotted time expires.

Explanation: A 'phantom bump' is a fall by a wrestler or referee that lacks a plausible in-storyline justification, typically resulting from a 'botch' or other error.

Explanation: To 'bust open' means for a wrestler to start bleeding, typically from the head after being struck, often following the practice of 'blading'.

Explanation: To 'call it in the ring' means wrestlers improvise their moves and storytelling during a match, rather than strictly adhering to a pre-rehearsed sequence.

Explanation: An 'audible' is a real-time message delivered from backstage to adjust the match flow, usually in response to a mistake or 'botch'.

Explanation: Alternative terms for 'blading' include 'juicing', 'gigging', and 'getting color'. A 'phantom bump' is a fall without a plausible in-storyline reason, usually due to a 'botch'.

Explanation: One meaning of a 'blind tag' is when a tag occurs without the opponent realizing it, leaving them vulnerable to a surprise attack.

Explanation: For a wrestler to 'blow up' means they become physically exhausted or out of breath during a match, indicating a loss of stamina.

Explanation: A 'bonzo gonzo' ending is a chaotic conclusion in multi-person matches where all participating wrestlers are in the ring simultaneously, and the referee is unable to restore order.

Explanation: A 'boom boom boom' segment is designed to build excitement and momentum towards the match's conclusion by having competitors rapidly perform signature moves.

Explanation: A 'botch' refers to a mistake or error that occurs during a match, typically involving a scripted move or spoken line that does not go as planned.

Explanation: 'Bret's rope' refers to the second, or middle, rope of a wrestling ring, and is named after wrestler Bret Hart, who frequently launched attacks from it.

Explanation: For a match to 'go broadway' means that the match ends in a time limit draw, with neither wrestler securing a victory before the allotted time expires.

Explanation: A 'phantom bump' occurs when a wrestler or referee falls without a plausible in-storyline reason, typically resulting from a 'botch' or other error.

Explanation: To 'bust open' means for a wrestler to start bleeding, typically from the head after being struck, often following the practice of 'blading'.

Explanation: To 'call it in the ring' means that wrestlers improvise their moves and storytelling during a match, rather than strictly adhering to a pre-rehearsed sequence.

Explanation: To 'abort' a storyline means to discontinue it suddenly, usually without a clear public explanation, often due to lack of fan interest or a wrestler's injury.

Explanation: An 'alliance' is indeed a cooperative relationship between wrestlers, formed for a common short-term goal, distinguishing it from more permanent 'stables' or 'factions'.

Explanation: An 'angle' is a storyline that can be retroactively changed or disregarded ('retconned') if it does not resonate with the audience or if a wrestler involved is no longer available.

Explanation: A 'beat down' is indeed a storyline 'angle' designed to showcase a wrestler receiving a prolonged, one-sided beating, often with brief 'false comebacks'.

Explanation: A 'blow off' match serves as the conclusive encounter in a 'feud' between wrestlers, often leading to new rivalries or a wrestler's departure from the promotion.

Explanation: A 'burial' is the 'worked' *lowering* of a wrestler's status and popularity, the opposite of a 'push', often through continuous losses or degrading storylines.

Explanation: Storylines or gimmicks are often 'aborted' due to a lack of fan interest, a wrestler's injury, or other unforeseen circumstances that make the storyline unfeasible.

Explanation: An 'alliance' is a cooperative relationship formed for a common short-term goal, where wrestlers are not typically 'packaged' with a shared gimmick or a single leader, unlike 'stables' or 'factions'.

Explanation: An 'angle' is a storyline in professional wrestling, commonly initiated by a physical or verbal attack between wrestlers, leading to a narrative of revenge.

Explanation: In a 'beat down' angle, the recipient endures a prolonged, one-sided beating, often from multiple wrestlers, though they may have brief 'false comebacks'.

Explanation: A 'blow off' is the final match in a 'feud' between wrestlers, often leading to the involved wrestlers moving on to new rivalries.

Explanation: A 'burial' is the intentional lowering of a wrestler's status and popularity, often as a consequence of backstage disagreements, falling out of favor with management, or to demote an unpopular performer.

Explanation: An 'A-show' is indeed a premier event designed to showcase a promotion's top-tier talent and 'draws'.

Explanation: An 'agent' assists wrestlers with matches and relays instructions, but the 'booker' is primarily responsible for writing 'angles' and match finishes.

Explanation: The phrase 'and new' was popularized by WWE Hall of Fame inductee Howard Finkel, not Jim Ross.

Explanation: An 'Andre shot' is a camera technique that positions the camera *below* a wrestler and shoots *upwards* to make them appear larger, named after André the Giant.

Explanation: A 'B-show' features middle and lower-level talent, and sometimes established wrestlers, while rookie and entry-level talent are primarily featured on 'C-shows'.

Explanation: The 1956 legal definition states that a 'booker' is 'any person who, for a fee or commission, arranges with a promoter or promoters for the performance of wrestlers in professional wrestling exhibitions'.

Explanation: A 'C-show' features the lowest level of talent, primarily rookies and entry-level performers, not top-tier or 'main event' wrestlers.

Explanation: Matches on a wrestling 'card' are generally ordered in inverse importance, with the 'main event' occurring last, and preliminary matches earlier in the show.

Explanation: An 'A-show' is a premier wrestling event designed to feature a company's most prominent and popular wrestlers, known as 'draws'.

Explanation: Alternative terms for an 'agent' include 'road agent', 'producer', and 'coach'. A 'booker' is a distinct role responsible for scheduling events and writing storylines.

Explanation: The phrase 'and new', used to announce a newly crowned champion, was popularized by WWE Hall of Fame inductee Howard Finkel.

Explanation: An 'Andre shot' is a camera technique that positions the camera below a wrestler and shoots upwards to make them appear larger, named after André the Giant.

Explanation: A 'B-show' is a wrestling event that features the middle and lower-level talent of a promotion, sometimes including well-known wrestlers making a return or concluding their careers.

Explanation: The 1956 legal definition states that a 'booker' is responsible for 'arranging with a promoter or promoters for the performance of wrestlers in professional wrestling exhibitions'.

Explanation: A 'C-show' is a wrestling event that primarily showcases the lowest level of talent within a promotion, focusing on rookies and entry-level performers.

Explanation: Matches on a wrestling 'card' are generally ordered in inverse importance, with the 'main event' occurring last and preliminary matches earlier in the show.

Explanation: The 'airport test' is a hypothetical scenario, attributed to Vince McMahon, used to determine if a wrestler possesses a marketable and recognizable appearance that stands out to the general public.

Explanation: 'Apter mags' were known for maintaining 'kayfabe' by presenting wrestling as entirely legitimate, rather than exposing behind-the-scenes realities.

Explanation: Professional wrestling insiders commonly refer to the industry as 'the business', reflecting its unique blend of athletic performance and theatrical storytelling.

Explanation: The 'airport test', a hypothetical scenario to assess a wrestler's marketability and recognizability, is often attributed to Vince McMahon.

Explanation: 'Apter mags' were old-style professional wrestling magazines known for maintaining 'kayfabe' by presenting wrestling as entirely legitimate, rather than exposing backstage realities.

Explanation: Professional wrestling insiders commonly refer to the industry as 'the business', reflecting its unique blend of athletic performance and theatrical storytelling.

Explanation: While an 'ace' is the primary public face and leading figure of a *puroresu* promotion, they are not necessarily the top champion, though they often hold significant titles.

Explanation: In Japanese *puroresu*, an 'ace' is designated as the primary public face and leading figure of a promotion, not necessarily its top champion.