The race
Example: The race reflects competitive performance levels
Definition
"The race" refers to a contest or competition between individuals or groups to determine who can achieve a goal, such as reaching a finish line first or achieving the best performance. It often involves speed, skill, or endurance as key factors.
Etymology
The phrase "the race" comes from the Old Norse word 'ras,' meaning 'a running or rush,' which evolved through Old French to Middle English. Did you know that originally, 'race' referred to a swift running or flowing, like a current, before it became associated with competitive contests?
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"The race" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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