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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

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There are three other stakes races Saturday, including the race after the Derby, the Monrovia, with Queen Maxima heavily favored to win for the second straight year for Arthur and Islas.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The 3-year-old filly, trained by Peter Eurton, was making her sixth career start, the last three in turf races.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

After successful races, there’s fierce competition for staff positions.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Bearman's crash in Suzuka has brought to the forefront concerns drivers have been expressing for quite some time - the danger that arises from the significant speed offsets created in races by the new engines.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Axel races down the stairs, across the creaky wooden floor, out the front door.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers

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