back stretch
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Coleman ran the second leg and you could see his power and explosiveness in the back stretch.
From Los Angeles Times
The race went to caution on the second lap when Tyler Reddick spun on the back stretch.
From Washington Times
Macadamia settled in the back in the early stages, moved up steadily on the back stretch and into the turn and then made her move as leader School Dance faded badly.
From Los Angeles Times
With the Lakers entering the back stretch of the regular season, coach Darvin Ham said it would be important for him to “lean back on your principles.”
From Los Angeles Times
Bowman took a slightly lower line around the track and posted a time of 29.964 seconds before Logano overtook him down the back stretch and carried enough speed through Turn 3 and Turn 4 to set a new best time of 29.936.
From Seattle Times
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