- present participle of race.
racing
Example Sentences
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Mediators in the region have been racing to push the U.S. and Iran into a new ceasefire.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
But there are several different efforts racing to develop a vaccine for the previously rare strain in the hope of stemming the escalating outbreak.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
The company is racing to prepare the launch of a new all-electric pickup in 2027.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
"Including myself, there may be some people who feel their hearts racing," the staffer said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
Marion comes racing down the platform, excited and out of breath.
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
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