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potato race

noun

  1. a novelty race in which each contestant must move a number of potatoes from one place to another, usually in a spoon, carrying one potato at a time.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of potato race1

First recorded in 1880–85
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Example Sentences

Mr. Connell arranged a program of running, jumping, wheelbarrow and potato races, etc., and after a conference of those interested, it was decided to ask the president of the company to declare a general half-holiday.

This seems to be the æsthetic Japanese equivalent for our prosaic potato race.

Enoch had just strength enough to shake the winner’s hand before he fell upon the grass, and there he lay exhausted while the other boys held a “potato race” and jumped hurdles.

This is a form of potato race suitable for large numbers.

A comical potato race next sent the crowds into convulsions of laughter.

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