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lap

[lap] / læp /
NOUN
orbit, circuit
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They require energy management around the lap, have been criticised for preventing drivers going flat-out in qualifying.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

At times, it feels like a victory lap, the most flattering possible portrait of a man who might be toying with the idea of going out while he’s still on top.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

You don’t go to New Orleans to hit the lights early and you don’t watch McIlroy play golf because you want to see someone take a snoozy lap around the track.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Other highlights of the grounds include a 80-foot lap pool, designed for those “who truly appreciate swimming as a daily ritual,” as well as plenty of space for outdoor dining and relaxation areas.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

I open a private browser and sneak the postcard onto my lap.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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