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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

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He was obsessed with building the world’s fastest cars to conquer the booming world of auto racing.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 10, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 25, 2026

However, it is arguably in Nascar where Gordon is best known, having spent more than two decades competing in the beloved auto racing series.

From MarketWatch Nov. 20, 2025

Danica Patrick was the first woman to host solo in 2018, shortly after she retired from auto racing.

From Seattle Times May 14, 2024

And I want to do more auto racing.

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

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