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races

British  
/ ˈreɪsɪz /

plural noun

  1. a series of contests of speed between horses (or sometimes greyhounds) over a set course at prearranged times; a race meeting

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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In 2012, there were seven different winners in the first seven races, and the title fight between Vettel and Alonso went to the final race again.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Generally, these sorts of races are more dangerous than F1.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Kalshi said last month that it fined and suspended three congressional candidates for betting on their own races.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Cherie DeVaux, the first woman to train a Derby winner, said the schedule was too tight for Golden Tempo, with two weeks between races.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Axel races back down the walkway, through the gate, over branches and debris, and to the front porch where George stands with Ray and Emmett.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers

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