racing

noun

rac·​ing ˈrā-siŋ How to pronounce racing (audio)
Synonyms of racingnext
: the sport or profession of engaging in or holding races

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The rest of the industry knows how much Brexton’s racing career meant to Kyle. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026 By the looks of it, though, Brexton Busch will be just fine in terms of racing. Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026 Chief warns against street racing Duncanville Police Chief Matthew Stogner urged families to talk to teens about the dangers of reckless driving. Briauna Brown, CBS News, 9 June 2026 The British driver is now transcending auto racing. Sean Gregory, Time, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for racing

Word History

First Known Use

1630, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of racing was in 1630

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“Racing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/racing. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.

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