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Rarerat race
The correct spelling is rat race.
How to pronounce rat race
noun
Say it like: Rat- ra-se
The correct spelling is rat race. An activity or situation which is congested with participants and which is hectic or tedious, especially in the context of a busy, modern urban lifestyle.
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Definition
noun
- 1.An activity or situation which is congested with participants and which is hectic or tedious, especially in the context of a busy, modern urban lifestyle.
- 2.(by extension) The busy, modern urban lifestyle itself.
- 3.Inconsiderate or unfair competition, where the competitors are willing to do just about anything to win.
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