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Looking back, my life seems like one long obstacle race, with me as the chief obstacle.
Jack Paar

Meaning of "obstacle race" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF OBSTACLE RACE

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF OBSTACLE RACE

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Obstacle race is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES OBSTACLE RACE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

obstacle race

Obstacle course

An obstacle course is a series of challenging physical obstacles an individual or team must navigate usually while being timed. Obstacle courses can include running, climbing, jumping, crawling, swimming, and balancing elements with the aim of testing speed and endurance. Sometimes a course involves mental tests.

Definition of obstacle race in the English dictionary

The definition of obstacle race in the dictionary is a race in which competitors have to negotiate various obstacles.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE OBSTACLE RACE

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obstacle course
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obstetric stethoscope
obstetrical
obstetrically
obstetrician
obstetrics
obstinacies
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obstinateness
obstipation
obstreperate
obstreperous
obstreperously
obstreperousness
obstriction

WORDS THAT END LIKE OBSTACLE RACE

arms race
boat race
claiming race
cycle race
distance race
downhill race
drag race
egg-and-spoon race
flat race
grace
horse race
human race
mixed race
not in the race
one-horse race
rat race
road race
sack race
space race
stage race
the human race

Synonyms and antonyms of obstacle race in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «obstacle race» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF OBSTACLE RACE

Find out the translation of obstacle race to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of obstacle race from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «obstacle race» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

障碍赛
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

carrera de obstáculos
570 millions of speakers

English

obstacle race
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

बाधा दौड़
380 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Arabic

سباق العقبة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Бег с препятствиями
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

corrida de obstáculos
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

বাধা জাতি
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

course d´obstacles
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Perlumbaan halangan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Hindernislauf
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

障害物競走
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

장애물 경주
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Balapan alangan
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

chướng ngại
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

தடையாக இனம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

अडथळा शर्यत
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

engelli yarış
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

corsa ad ostacoli
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Wyścig przeszkodą
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Біг з перешкодами
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

rasă obstacol
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

αγώνα εμπόδιο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

hindernis wedloop
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

hinder ras
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

hinderløp
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of obstacle race

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «OBSTACLE RACE»

The term «obstacle race» is regularly used and occupies the 55.173 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «OBSTACLE RACE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about obstacle race

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2 QUOTES WITH «OBSTACLE RACE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word obstacle race.
1
Jose Bergamin
Try not to turn your life into a race, least of all an obstacle race.
2
Jack Paar
Looking back, my life seems like one long obstacle race, with me as the chief obstacle.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «OBSTACLE RACE»

Discover the use of obstacle race in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to obstacle race and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Ultimate Obstacle Race Training: Crush the World's Toughest ...
Provides information on and workout regimens for the most extreme obstacle races, including Warrior Dash, the Del Mar Mud Run, and Savage Race.
Brett Stewart, 2012
2
Obstacle Race Training Bible: The #1 Resource to Prepare for ...
It's a combination that also requires a very different approach to training and preparation, and that's what this book provides.
James Villepigue, 2012
3
The Obstacle Race: The Fortunes of Women Painters and Their Work
A feminist study of the world of art reviews the barriers and constraints that have traditionally prevented female painters from winning recognition as artists in their own right and have robbed the world of artistic excellence. Reprint.
Germaine Greer, 2001
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Obstacle Race Training: How to Beat Any Course, Compete Like ...
How to Beat Any Course, Compete Like a Champion and Change Your Life Margaret Schlachter. “In Ubstacle Race Training, Margaret gives us everything we need to know about 00R, plus the inspiration to get started and keep going.
Margaret Schlachter, 2014
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Down and Dirty: The Essential Training Guide for Obstacle ...
DIVThis book from Matt B. Davis offers a down-and-dirty overview of the most popular races before tackling the most important concerns for any racer: preparation and training. /div
Matt B. Davis, 2014
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101 Innovative Ideas for Creative Kids
... Toss Materials needed: Two frisbees and construction. 80 101 INNOVATIVE IDEAS FOR CREATIVE KIDS Obstacle Race Relay.
Claudia Dodson, 2000
7
Spartan Up!: A Take-No-Prisoners Guide to Overcoming ...
A life strategy guide by the creator of the Spartan Race explains how the principles that bring about success in an extreme sports environment can help anyone achieve his or her full potential in life, business, and relationships.
Joe De Sena, 2014
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Popular Mechanics
... was shunted in front of the driver. Below, right, picking up a plate of oranges and depositing them on another table requires accurate control of the car TESTS ^DRIVER spring raises the hinged cover to an upright. 728 Obstacle race tests the ...
9
Judicial Review and Compliance with Administrative Law
The Homeless Persons' Obstacle Race Homelessness law has been likened to an obstacle race which the homelessness applicant is required to negotiate in order to win the right to housing (Robson and Watchman, 1981). This remains a ...
Simon Halliday, 2004
10
Communication for Social Change Anthology: Historical and ...
In this (always public) contest, this obstacle race and test of athletic prowess, the goal is usually money (“Time Is Money,” as the title of one story tells us). But not always: Sometimes it is a hankering for prestige, and to stand out from the ...
Alfonso Gumucio Dagron, Thomas Tufte, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «OBSTACLE RACE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term obstacle race is used in the context of the following news items.
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Park's 'brutal terrain' a hit with obstacle race fans
HUNDREDS of people were put through their paces as an epic new obstacle course made its debut on Ashdown Forest. Judgement Day ... «East Grinstead Courier & Observer, Jul 15»
2
Popular military-style obstacle race partners with BB/BS
Popular military-style obstacle race partners with BB/BS ... of the Mountain” 5K military-style obstacle race have invited Big Brothers Big Sisters ... «Morning Star, Jul 15»
3
Return of the Beast
The Banchory Beast Race returns on Saturday September 26th and promises to be an epic 10km obstacle race to remember. Organised by ... «Deeside Today, Jul 15»
4
Sports briefs: Clover High Midnight Madness July 31
Live Well Clover will offer a free six-week training program designed to prepare participants for a 3-plus mile obstacle race in September. «The Herald, Jul 15»
5
Giant Starkenn bicycles organises 'Giant Starkenn Mirchi Ruggedian …
This was a first-of-its-kind cycling and obstacle race, which saw participation from over 1,200 people and 3,000 spectators. Enthusiastic about ... «Times of India, Jul 15»
6
Firefly organizer lays off nearly 30 employees
... that drew less than 200 participants. Two years later, the company launched the Warrior Dash, an obstacle race series that proved to be a hit. «The News Journal, Jul 15»
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The 60-second interview: Ronan Gardiner, publisher of Men's Health
With that in mind, 10 years ago, we created the original urban obstacle race. The first year 1,000 MH readers ran, jumped and climbed their way ... «Capital New York, Jul 15»
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The whole week was absolutely brilliant, says David
The Olympic Legacy Cup, for the winner of the obstacle race for boys and girls of primaries 6 and 7, was awarded to Ethan Huxley. «The Southern Reporter, Jul 15»
9
2015 Big Dawg Dare Biggest, Toughest Yet
... baseball, track, soccer, volleyball, wrestling and cross country teams all competed in this year's 5K obstacle race. Above, three members from ... «thejournal-news.net, Jul 15»
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Visualise It, Achieve It
When I am standing on the start line of a triathlon or obstacle race, I know what lies ahead of me. I have done it before and I know what it takes ... «Pulse, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Obstacle race [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/obstacle-race>. May 2024 ».
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