marathon
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Andreas Almgren, a 31-year-old from Sweden who had never run a competitive marathon before Sunday, pulled away from a crowded field to win the New York City Marathon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026
In June, when the full council discussed changes to the board, during a marathon meeting about what would go on Tuesday’s ballot, panel President Marqueece Harris-Dawson also indicated that the current setup can cause confusion.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
Most aren’t recognized by their customers, who typically take twice as long as they do to finish a marathon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
In addition to the half marathon, the event includes a 12K that begins in San Diego and crosses into Mexico, and a 10K in Tijuana.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
The following day, while Barack went off for a marathon session of meetings on the economy, I went to visit a school for girls.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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Lindsey has also run several marathons in memory of her late husband, who died in 2024, four and half years after his diagnosis of motor neurone disease.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2026
"You don't need to run marathons," Corral said.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
But after losing much of his depth perception, he traded that passion for running, completing 79 marathons, his family said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
Some reports focused on the strangest claims by Arday of his personal achievements, including that he ran 30 marathons in 35 days, some partly with a fracture in his leg.
From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026
"Don't get me wrong. I hope all that happens so y'all can buy this store and I can retire, kick back and watch Law and Order marathons all day, every day."
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
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