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sprints

  • plural
    of sprint.
    sprint
    verb (used without object)
    to race or move at full speed, especially for a short distance, as in running, rowing, etc.
  • present tense form
    of sprint (3rd person singular).
    sprint
    verb (used without object)
    to race or move at full speed, especially for a short distance, as in running, rowing, etc.

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Working with Tony Villani, the founder of XPE Sports, Kelce focused on “game-speed drills” to maximize his pace when he’s running actual routes, not just reeling off sprints in shorts.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026

The other sprints will be in Canada, Britain, Italy, Brazil, and Qatar, it was revealed as the calendar was formally announced.

From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026

He sprints across the Buckeyes’ practice field, snatching balls from every angle with either hand.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026

"To come away with two podiums is no mean feat, and I am the only athlete to double up in the sprints and I came away with a second and a third," added Hunt.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026

A tall college kid sprints past us so fast, his body makes a breeze.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison