relay

Example Sentences

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This process can be compared to a relay, where energy is passed from one particle to another.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

"We're in a relay race, and we're not successful until the next missions are successful."

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Military officials say it is a central node for command, communications and data relay, particularly for drone operations and long-range strike coordination.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Hodgkinson reappeared on the track less than an hour after her gold to join the bid for a women's 4x400m relay medal at the end of the final day of action in Torun.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

"Good. Coach Whit is gonna work with y'all. These two groups are our 4x800 relay teams. If anyone has a problem with this decision, speak now or forever hold your peace."

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds