(idiomatic, often derogatory) To assert that race or racism is involved in a situation, especially in order to exploit racist or antiracist attitudes.

(idiomatic) To start something very quickly.

plural of egg and spoon race

plural of three-legged race

One's life has reached its end; one is dead or soon to die.

(horse racing, informal) A horse race in which a single horse takes such a considerable lead that the other horses are no longer contenders to win.

plural of race against time

(Australia, informal) The annual Melbourne Cup horse race.

(idiomatic) A situation in which something must be done hurriedly, before a deadline.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of play the race card