distance running
Americannoun
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In elite distance running, that’s not a marginal gain, it’s a quantum leap.
From Slate ● Jun. 28, 2025
Nuguse and Ingebrigtsen are now full-on rivals—along with being among the bigger characters in distance running.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2025
Kenyan distance running has been beset by doping scandals in recent years, and Chepngetich was asked about doping after her victory in Chicago.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2024
Ventura distance running phenom Sadie Engelhardt arrived at state with two goals in mind —winning her third straight 1600 crown and helping the Cougars win the 4x800 relay.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 25, 2024
“Your Majesty! Your Majesty!” a chorus of voices came through the air toward them, and Minli could see a parade of servants in the distance running across the zigzagged bridge.
From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin
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