dash
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The dash console sits well forward of the well-padded front seats, creating an airy space in which to while away the miles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Another of his horses was named in the Guinness Book of Records for the fastest 10-metre dash while on hind legs -- a sprightly 4.19 seconds.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
At Slate, we call this mad dash to the finish line “Opinionpalooza,” and we approach it with equal parts fascination, skepticism, and dread every year.
From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026
I ran the 100-meter dash in 10.9 seconds.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
“Oh, okay,” I say sheepishly and dash off to the kitchen.
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
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