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flat race

noun

Definition of flat race

: a race (as for horses) on a level course without obstacles (such as hurdles) — compare steeplechase
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 McLaughlin was paired with Harrison and others to work on her mechanics while preparing to run flat races like the 100, 200 and 400. — Chris Chavez, SI.com, "Inside The Mind of Eldrick Floreal and His Approach to Coaching Sydney McLaughlin," 7 June 2018 The endurance event has gained national recognition among the running community as a fast, flat race with crisp fall temperatures. — Stephanie Wang, Indianapolis Star, "10 years in, the best Monumental Marathon stories from the guy who started it," 2 Nov. 2017

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First Known Use of flat race

1848, in the meaning defined above

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