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races

British  
/ ˈreɪsɪz /

plural noun

  1. a series of contests of speed between horses (or sometimes greyhounds) over a set course at prearranged times; a race meeting

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Scuderia Ferrari’s success in Grand Prix races stoked greater awareness and desire for private client road cars.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

He competed in the American Le Mans Series GTC class, drove in 24-hour races at Daytona and won multiple Porsche Owners Club endurance races.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

He fired off more than two-dozen Truth Social posts endorsing candidates for Indiana state legislative races.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Much has been said about the new regulations affecting racing, so how much slower have lap times been during qualifying and races so far?

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

But at night, my brain races with so many thoughts.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh

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