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marathon

[ˈmærəθən]

marathon Definition

  • 1a long-distance running race, strictly one of 26 miles and 385 yards (42.195 km)
  • 2a long-lasting or difficult task or activity

Using marathon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "marathon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She trained for months to run a marathon.

  • Example

    The project turned out to be a marathon, taking over a year to complete.

  • Example

    The Boston Marathon is one of the oldest and most prestigious races in the world.

marathon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for marathon

Idioms Using marathon

  • to engage in a long and difficult task or activity

    Example

    The project was so challenging that it felt like we were running a marathon.

  • hit the wall (in a marathon)

    to suddenly lose energy and become very tired during a long and difficult task or activity

    Example

    After running for several hours, she hit the wall and had to slow down.

  • to successfully complete a long and difficult task or activity

    Example

    After months of hard work, they finally won the marathon and completed the project.

Phrases with marathon

  • a long-distance running race of 13 miles and 192.5 yards (21.0975 km)

    Example

    He decided to start with a half marathon before attempting a full one.

  • ultramarathon

    a long-distance running race longer than the traditional marathon distance of 42.195 kilometers (26.219 mi)

    Example

    She's training for an ultramarathon, which is a grueling 100-mile race.

  • a prolonged period of time spent doing something, especially talking or working

    Example

    We had a marathon session last night, discussing everything from politics to philosophy.

Origins of marathon

from the name of the plain in Greece where the Athenians defeated the Persians in 490 BC, the messenger Pheidippides ran to Athens to bring the news and died after completing the distance

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Summary: marathon in Brief

A 'marathon' [ˈmærəθən] is a long-distance running race of 26 miles and 385 yards (42.195 km), or a long-lasting or difficult task or activity. It is often used figuratively to describe any challenging endeavor, as in 'The project turned out to be a marathon.' 'Marathon' extends into phrases like 'half marathon,' and idioms like 'hit the wall (in a marathon),' denoting sudden fatigue, and 'win the marathon,' implying successful completion.

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