lap

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Primarily, it is to get whatever car they have been given around a lap as fast as possible.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

There is almost unanimous agreement that the challenge of a flat-out qualifying lap has diminished as a consequence of the demand for energy management.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

He invested in racing bikes and splashed out on expensive track days, often posting videos of his lap times on social media.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

A toddler sat on her mother’s lap, clutching a rosary.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

He pushed the comic book off his lap.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott