sprint (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /sprɪnt/

Definition

To run at full speed over a short distance, especially in a race.

Examples

• He decided to sprint the last 100 meters of the marathon.

• The athletes will sprint in the 200-meter final.

• She sprinted to catch the bus before it left the station.

How to Use sprint

sprint to (prepositional phrase)

To run at full speed towards a specific destination or goal. — "He had to sprint to the finish line to win."

sprint through (prepositional phrase)

To move quickly through a particular period or task. — "They managed to sprint through the remaining work."

Synonyms of sprint

Words with a similar meaning to sprint:

• dash
• race
• bolt
• gallop

Antonyms of sprint

Words with the opposite meaning to sprint:

• amble
• stroll
• crawl

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