スプリント
Meanings
1
Refers to a short, fast run or a burst of speed, used in sports and general contexts.
He won the gold medal in the 100-meter sprint.
He pulled ahead all at once with a final sprint.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉がスプリントするfor someone to sprint
The athlete sprinted before the finish line.
- ラストスプリントをかけるto make a final burst of speed
He put in a final sprint on the last straightaway.
- スプリントで〈相手〉を抜くto overtake someone in a sprint
She overtook her rival in a sprint to win the race.