It took a supreme effort for him to finish the marathon.
It took a supreme effort for him to finish the marathon.
English
marathon
ˈmerəˌθɑn, ˈmer.ə.θɑːn, ˈmæɹəˌθɑn, ˈmæɹəθən, ˈmɛɹəˌθɑn
Meaning: a long-distance race; an activity that takes a long time and is tiring
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Example sentences
She has been training for months to run her first marathon.
She has been training for months to run her first marathon.
She finished in fourth place in the marathon.
She finished in fourth place in the marathon.
Winning the marathon was a great achievement.
Winning the marathon was a great achievement.
She is a fast runner and has won many marathons.
She is a fast runner and has won many marathons.
Usage Notes
Literally a race of 26.2 miles. Figuratively used for any long and arduous task, such as a 'negotiation marathon'.
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