practice run
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They know their racers better than the racers know themselves, analyzing every turn, riding the chairlift with them for every practice run, monitoring not just what’s going on inside the boots but inside the helmet.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026
Just 13 months ago, Cyprien Sarrazin, a French Olympic medal hopeful, lost his edge on an icy turn in a practice run on the slope.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
Ahead of the jump, many of the lawmakers participated in a practice run in April in Florida to recertify for the launch.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2024
During a practice run in strong winds with rain lashing the airfield, engineer Rebecca Toomey explained that the drone can fly to remote areas without concerns for pilots' safety.
From BBC • Feb. 2, 2024
On our first practice run we couldn't even get out of the harbor without shaming ourselves in front of the entire boating community.
From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos
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