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high hurdles

American

noun

(used with a singular verb)

a race in which runners leap over hurdles 42 inches (107 centimeters) high.

high hurdles British

noun

(functioning as singular) a race in which competitors leap over hurdles 42 inches (107 cm) high

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Etymology

Origin of high hurdles

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

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In the 110 high hurdles, Beckham Borquez of Notre Dame set a school record with a time of 13.91, second-best in the state this season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Due to Germany's 20th-Century experience of oppressive Nazi and communist totalitarian regimes, there are high hurdles to restricting speech and banning publications and organisations.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2025

Lately, in the arena of math, leading models have jumped impressively high hurdles.

From Science Magazine • Dec. 2, 2024

Such lawsuits are common following mass shootings in the U.S. but typically face high hurdles to succeed.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 4, 2023

Then I sit through the 100-meter hurdles for the girls and the 110-meter high hurdles for the boys.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

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