Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gruelling race
noun
/ˈɡruː.əl.ɪŋ reɪs/
Definition
A race that is extremely tiring and demanding, often requiring significant physical and mental endurance.
Examples
- The marathon was a gruelling race, pushing the runners to their absolute limits.
- After weeks of training, he felt prepared to tackle the gruelling race through the mountains.
- Many participants dropped out of the gruelling race due to exhaustion.
Meaning
A gruelling race tests the limits of a participant’s stamina, strength, and willpower.
Synonyms
- demanding race
- arduous race
- exhausting race
- strenuous race