race car

noun

US
: a very fast car that is used in professional auto racing

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At the tail-end of the 1980s, legendary race car engineer Gordon Murray approached the then-McLaren owner Ron Dennis about developing the F1, a vehicle that would offer best-in-class looks, performance, and driving experience. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 30 July 2025 The doting mom also shared an adorable photo of the baby boy's cake, which showcased a photo of Aire in the driver's seat of a race car. Jen Juneau, People.com, 29 July 2025 Black represented clients ranging from pop star Justin Bieber to race car driver Helio Castroneves. Curt Anderson, Sun Sentinel, 22 July 2025 The neon yellow race car whipped around the corner, gunning it in a bid to lose the dragster on its tail. William Liang, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for race car

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“Race car.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/race%20car. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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race car

noun
: a very fast car that is used in professional auto racing
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