Definitions from Wiktionary (run for the roses)
▸ noun: (usually capitalized and preceded by the) The Kentucky Derby horse race.
▸ noun: (idiomatic, American football) A college football game or series of games played with the ultimate goal of qualifying for the championship Rose Bowl game.
▸ noun: (idiomatic, by extension) A hard-fought competition or demanding challenge of any kind.
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▸ noun: (usually capitalized and preceded by the) The Kentucky Derby horse race.
▸ noun: (idiomatic, American football) A college football game or series of games played with the ultimate goal of qualifying for the championship Rose Bowl game.
▸ noun: (idiomatic, by extension) A hard-fought competition or demanding challenge of any kind.
Similar:
derby,
horserace,
horse race,
racer,
racehorse,
horse-race,
racecourse,
produce race,
triple crown,
break,
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