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Vocabulary Entry
marathon
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A long-distance running race of 26.2 miles (42.195 kilometers).
Example Sentences
"She trained for months to prepare for her first marathon."
"The marathon was held in the city center and attracted thousands of participants."
"After crossing the finish line, he felt accomplished and exhausted from the marathon."
V
verb
To compete in a marathon or to complete a marathon distance in running.
Example Sentences
"He plans to marathon next weekend to set a new personal record."
"Many runners dream of marathoning in Boston or New York."
"She decided to marathon the entire course, despite the rain."