- present tense form of race (3rd person singular).
races
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Candidates in at least 21 races across 18 states have aired television advertisements mentioning data centers this cycle, according to marketing data cited by US media, almost evenly divided between both parties.
From Barron's ● Aug. 30, 2026
Pogacar had done to the Vuelta what he does to most stage races, which is turn it into a competition for second place.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 30, 2026
Prediction markets offer a variety of ways for users to bet on political races, sports, corporate performance and crypto and commodity prices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Since making his U.S. debut in January 2022, he has won a dozen races, all but one in a graded stakes, and earned more than $2.5 million.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
“Excelsior!” screams Carter as he races up the hall tearing down other people’s posters so he can hang up more for Ainsley.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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