the races

plural noun

: an event at which there is a series of horse races
Let's go to the races this weekend.

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Richard Moore, a writer and activist, argued against Garvey’s belief in the separation of the races and the leadership of Black Americans in African politics. Richard Brody, New Yorker, 23 Sep. 2025 Wonnum into safety Tre’von Moehrig and then went off to the races after eluding safety Nick Scott. Diamond Vences, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025 While far from major election dates, the races serve as yet another signal of voters' feelings for the current administration. Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025 Driven in part by Netflix’s Drive to Survive, the races have now become a hub for luxe brand activations, collaborations and events. Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for the races

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“The races.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20races. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.

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