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Synonyms

auto racing

American  

noun

  1. the sport of racing automobiles in which drivers compete against each other on a course designed for racing or on closed public roads.

Etymology

Origin of auto racing

Probably earlier than 1965–70

Example Sentences

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Devotees of European-based, open-wheeled auto racing already know what happened during the 2025 season.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

The story is, BMW entered auto racing in 1936, with a model called the 328.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 14, 2025

And, if you have the need for speed, Concord is home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway, attracting fans and making the city a major player in the auto racing industry.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 29, 2025

Dixon, 44, will be honored alongside longtime Grand Prix president and CEO Jim Michaelian and former Long Beach mayor Beverly O’Neill, in recognition of their contributions to auto racing in the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2025

And I want to do more auto racing.

From 100 New Yorkers of the 1970s by Millard, Max

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