opening bend

Frequency: 4.51.5 per million words

the first bend in a race

bendADJECTIVE + NOUN

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opening

Examples (10)

  • He took the lead going into the opening bend and never looked back.
  • There was a major pile-up on the opening bend of the Grand Prix.
  • The runners jostled for position as they rounded the opening bend of the track.
  • In horse racing, navigating the crowded opening bend requires great skill from the jockey.
  • She was clipped by another cyclist on the opening bend but managed to stay upright.
  • The key to this race is to get a clean start and survive the chaotic opening bend.
  • As they approached the opening bend, the engine of his car started to smoke.
  • The rookie driver was too aggressive on the opening bend and spun out.
  • All eyes were on the leaders as they entered the opening bend side-by-side.
  • The team's strategy is to maintain position through the opening bend and attack on the straight.