marathon

noun23 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.2

Refers to a race that is half the distance of a full marathon.

Refers to a standard marathon race of 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles).

Used to describe an activity that continues throughout the entire night.

Used to describe a very long activity that lasts for twelve hours.

A long-distance cycling race.

A long-distance car race or rally.

Used to describe a very long journey or event covering a great distance.

The most common way to say you are participating in a marathon.

To undergo physical training specifically to be able to run a marathon.

To successfully finish running the entire distance of a marathon.

A common synonym for completing a marathon.

To participate in a marathon as a competitor.

To be the first person to finish a marathon.

To get ready for a marathon, usually through training and planning.

A slightly more formal way to say you are participating in a marathon.

A person who runs marathons.

The sport or activity of running marathons.

The winner of a marathon race.

This is a slightly redundant but common phrase for a marathon event.

A very long period of activity, such as a meeting, negotiation, or work period.

A task or activity that requires a great amount of time and endurance.

A sports match that lasts for an unusually long time.

A very long walk, often organized as a charity or endurance event.

A very long and arduous journey, often on foot.