as in long
lasting for a considerable time
a marathon study session the night before the exam
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Recent Examples of marathon
Sudhakar Ramakrishna, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
There’s a level of relief on the organizer’s side too, given that, just two years ago, the CCAs were jam-packed into a marathon week of awards shows that had been delayed by the strikes.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 5 Jan. 2026
Matt Brennan
editor, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
The college regular season is 56 games while MLB's slate is a marathon with 162 contests stretching from late March to late September.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Deal talks often stretch into odd hours and unpredictable schedules, becoming marathon sessions.
—Sudhakar Ramakrishna, Fortune, 8 Jan. 2026
There’s a level of relief on the organizer’s side too, given that, just two years ago, the CCAs were jam-packed into a marathon week of awards shows that had been delayed by the strikes.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 5 Jan. 2026
Noun
With yesterday’s Oscar nominees luncheon in the books, the marathon that is awards season is now entering the home stretch.
—Matt Brennan
editor, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
The college regular season is 56 games while MLB's slate is a marathon with 162 contests stretching from late March to late September.
—CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for marathon
Adjective
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This course stands out for its spectacular panoramic ocean views, a driving range that is over 295 yards long, greens for perfecting your putting, and a chipping area.—
José Cantillo Ferrer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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This 13-mile-long slice of Route 66 offers a glimpse into history, including 1920s roadside stores and a massive coal-shoveling machine that pays tribute to the state's mining history.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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Kristen was also an ultramarathon runner and someone who found joy and purpose in caring for animals.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
5 Jan. 2026
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The Divergent and Big Little Lies actress will play Eve, an ultramarathon runner who, following the tragic death of her twin sister, enters the most intense competition on the planet: The Badwater 135 Ultramarathon, a 135-mile race through Death Valley.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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His films were also known for their lengthy runtimes, which stretched as long as five hours.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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So too do the lengthy detentions some people experience in massive detention centers.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Needing to prep for her race, Humphries spent her first night away from Aulden this week.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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City Councilmember Nithya Raman, who is challenging Bass in the upcoming mayor’s race, is among those calling for Wasserman to step away.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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And with the help of her swimming buddy/husband, and a tandem bike, Kate Varns did the impossible once again — finishing a YMCA triathlon.—
Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield,
CBS News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Logan recalled an elementary school triathlon, in which the pair planned to complete together.—
Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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The German biathlon team posted a video on social media showing Justus Strelow’s medal falling off the ribbon.—
Devon Henderson,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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At the biathlon, German Justus Strelow lost his bronze while celebrating with teammates.—
John Cherwa,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Jim Thorpe won two gold medals in the 1912 Olympic Games for pentathlon and decathlon.—
Frank Vaisvilas,
jsonline.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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The Barbara Hood Memorial Student Scholar Athlete Award winner also took home first at the Div. 3 championship in the 100-meter hurdles (14.68), the 55-meter hurdles (8.35) and the pentathlon (3,258).—
Brian Roach,
Boston Herald,
6 July 2025
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The 29-year-old went to Baylor and competed for the school’s track and field team and earned All-Big 12 honors with a fifth-place finish in the decathlon in 2016.—
José Sánchez Córdova,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Today’s birthdays: Olympic decathlon gold medalist Bill Toomey is 87.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Marathon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marathon. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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