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What about the rat race in the first place? Is it worthwhile? Or are you just buying into someone else's definition of success? Only you can decide that, and you'll have to decide it over and over and over. But if you think it's a rat race, before you drop out, take a deep breath. Maybe you picked the wrong job. Try again. And then try again.
Sheryl Sandberg

Meaning of "rat race" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF RAT RACE

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF RAT RACE

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Rat 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 RAT RACE MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Rat race

A rat race is an endless, self-defeating, or pointless pursuit. It conjures up the image of the futile efforts of a lab rat trying to escape while running around a maze or in a wheel.

Definition of rat race in the English dictionary

The definition of rat race in the dictionary is a continual routine of hectic competitive activity.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE RAT RACE

rat
rat kangaroo
rat poison
rat run
rat snake
rat tail
rat tamer
rat trap
rat-a-tat
rat-a-tat-tat
rat-arsed
rat-catcher
rat-catching
rat-infested
rat-run
rat-runner
rat-running
rat-tail
rat-tat
rat-tat-tat

WORDS THAT END LIKE RAT 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
obstacle race
one-horse race
road race
sack race
space race
stage race
the human race

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

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Translation of «rat race» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF RAT RACE

Find out the translation of rat race to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of rat 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 «rat race» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

老鼠赛跑
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

carrera de ratas
570 millions of speakers

English

rat race
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

चूहा दौड़
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

سباق الفئران
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

крысиные бега
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

corrida de ratos
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ইঁদুর জাতি
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

course de rat
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Perlumbaan tikus
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Rattenrennen
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

競争社会
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

쥐 경주
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Lomba tikus
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

cuộc đua chuột
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

எலிப்பந்தயம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

उंदराची शर्यत
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Fare yarışı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

rat race
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

wyścig szczurów
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

щурячі перегони
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

rat Race
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

φυλή αρουραίων
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

rat race
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

rat race
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

rotteracet
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of rat race

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «RAT RACE»

The term «rat race» is regularly used and occupies the 60.911 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «RAT RACE» OVER TIME

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

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10 QUOTES WITH «RAT RACE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word rat race.
1
Shari Arison
Our everyday cares, making a living, the crazy rat race of life, often make us forget the value of a good deed. Thus, the goodness that exists within each and every one of us is covered with layer upon layer of indifference and unawareness. In fact, we almost have to be reminded of the fact that goodness is there inside us.
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Vidya Balan
My idea of an actor is to be different persons with different roles. Every time a script interests me, I look for interesting characters because I intend to completely transport myself into it. This happens only because I am a very greedy actor. I am not part of the rat race because I am living a dream.
3
Graydon Carter
It's a rare moment when we take a break from the tribulations of the daily rat race to reflect on assumptions and values that we casually accept as gospel.
4
Johann Lamont
Schools are not exam factories for the rat race.
5
Jerry Nachman
I didn't miss the rat race, but I kinda missed the rats.
6
Jimmy Reid
A rat race is for rats. We're not rats. We're human beings. Reject the insidious pressures in society that would blunt your critical faculties to all that is happening around you, that would caution silence in the face of injustice lest you jeopardise your chances of promotion and self-advancement.
7
Jimmy Reid
Profit is the sole criterion used by the establishment to evaluate economic activity. From the rat race to lame ducks. The vocabulary in vogue is a give-away. It's more reminiscent of a human menagerie than human society.
8
Sheryl Sandberg
What about the rat race in the first place? Is it worthwhile? Or are you just buying into someone else's definition of success? Only you can decide that, and you'll have to decide it over and over and over. But if you think it's a rat race, before you drop out, take a deep breath. Maybe you picked the wrong job. Try again. And then try again.
9
Lily Tomlin
The trouble with the rat race is that even if you win, you're still a rat.
10
Tom Wilson
I wouldn't mind the rat race - if the rats would lose once in a while.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «RAT RACE»

Discover the use of rat race in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to rat race and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Rich Dad's Escape from the Rat Race: How to Become a Rich ...
When Timid T. Turtle runs out of money at the amusement park, he turns to his friend Red E. Rat to learn how to handle his money, make investments and read financial statements, in a colorful comic designed to teach fiscal responsibility ...
Robert T. Kiyosaki, 2012
2
The Unemployed Millionaire: Escape the Rat Race, Fire Your ...
WARNING! Reading This Book Will Change Your Life! "The Unemployed Millionaire is a must-read for any entrepreneur.
Matt Morris, 2009
3
Leaving the Rat Race to Get a Life: A Map for Charting Your ...
In this book, you will find:* information on what a lifestyle'areer change involves* experiences and advice from people who have left the rat race* exercises for orienting and making sense of your situation* a practical map to guide you ...
Philomena Tan, 2004
4
Microwave Ring Circuits and Related Structures
Rat-race hybrid rings [1] and reverse-phase hybrid rings [2-4] are well-known examples of 180° hybrid-ring couplers. Some other hybrid-ring couplers with improved bandwidth have also been reported [5. 6]. 90° branch- line couplers have ...
Kai Chang, Lung-Hwa Hsieh, 2004
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The Great Rat Race For Europe: Stories of the 357th Fighter ...
The Great Rat Race (January 14, 1945) By Leonard “Kit” Carson Kit Carson on the wing of his P-51K Mustang Nooky Booky IV (This autographed photo now hangs in the Captain Fletcher E. Adams 357th Fighter Group Museum in Ida, ...
Joey Maddox, 2011
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Hollywood Rat Race
In a previously unpublished memoir/manual, the king of B horror movies exposes the ruthless realm of moviemaking and introduces the magic and mayhem of Hollywood
Edward Davis Wood, 1998
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Rat Race
Dick Francis. gone and won. Their tempers were still on the dicky side as a result: and they had been arguing today about whether or not to try again. 'Colin thinks he'll win this,' Nancy said. 'I do hope so.' Bonanza for Bayst, I thought. It wasa ...
Dick Francis, 1999
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Rush: Why We Thrive in the Rat Race
It’s the race that delivers the rush. So forget about retirement, zen retreats, and making everyone feel like a winner; human beings are hard-wired to compete.
Todd G. Buchholz, 2011
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Sail Away: How to Escape the Rat Race and Live the Dream
Includes only tried-and-tested advice-based on the author's own experience as well as many others she met in her travels Offers advice on coping with life ashore at the end of your adventure The author is a respected yachting journalist, ...
Nicola Rodriguez, 2011
10
The Hour a Day Entrepreneur: Escape the Rat Race and Achieve ...
A guide to entrepreneurial freedom with only one focused hour a day, covering time management, marketing, business assets, and more.
Henry J. Evans, 2012

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «RAT RACE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term rat race is used in the context of the following news items.
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Fuzz announce new album, share 'Rat Race' and 'Pollinate'
Appropriately titled II, the new album is due out on October 23rd via In The Red and is preceded by not one, but two new singles: 'Rat Race' and 'Pollinate', both ... «The 405, Jul 15»
2
Gallery: Thousands get muddy for Rat Race Dirty Weekend
Rat Race managing director and Dirty Weekend creator Jim Mee said: “This year's Dirty Weekend was our biggest ever. The event is one of the toughest on our ... «Peterborough Telegraph, May 15»
3
Underwear world record attempt: Over 1000 people strip down to …
The huge crowd of scantily-clad runners were trying to break the record for the largest gathering of people in their pants as part of the Rat Race Adventure Sports ... «mirror.co.uk, May 15»
4
Show your support for Rat Race Dirty Weekend runners
And Paul Scholes, from Stamford, will be taking part in his third Rat Race for Histiocytosis UK in memory of his son Oliver who died in June 2012 aged two. «Rutland Times, May 15»
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Training steps up for Rat Race
Barry Newman, 27, from St George's Barracks in North Luffenham, is running the Rat Race Dirty Weekend for Children with Cancer UK. EMN-150421- ... «Rutland and Stamford Mercury, Apr 15»
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Strip off to set world record at Rat Race Dirty Weekend
Rat Race managing director and creator of the Dirty Weekend Jim Mee said: “On the Friday evening, we would like to invite competitors, their supporters and ... «Rutland and Stamford Mercury, Apr 15»
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Rat Race Dirty Weekend adds Young Mucker event
Rat Race managing director and creator of the Dirty Weekend Jim Mee said: “We have seen more and more children coming to support their families over the ... «Rutland and Stamford Mercury, Apr 15»
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Volunteers and bands needed for Rat Race Dirty Weekend
To recognise their key role in the event, all the support crew will be rewarded with the choice of two benefit packages for taking part in the 2015 Rat Race: the ... «Rutland and Stamford Mercury, Mar 15»
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Thousands expected to get muddy at the Rat Race
The Rat Race Dirty Weekend takes place at Burghley House, near Stamford, ... Rat Race managing director Jim Mee said: “This year's Dirty Weekend goes even ... «Rutland Times, Feb 15»
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Condé Nast in rat race to rid rodents in 1 WTC
One insider said there were at least two rat sightings and reports that they gnawed on some food left out overnight — a no-no now in the office. Graydon Carter ... «New York Post, Dec 14»

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