No. 4,721 in Russian
забег
"Забег" means "a race" or "a run."
In a sentence
Утром я совершил короткий забег до магазина.
In the morning, I made a short run to the store.
The word 'забег' here refers to a short journey or excursion made quickly, often on foot, emphasizing the action's brevity.
На выходных состоится забег на пять километров.
A five-kilometer race will take place on the weekend.
In this context, 'забег' denotes a competitive running event, highlighting the sports-related usage of the word.
Перед кинотеатром был устроен забег за билеты.
There was a rush for tickets in front of the cinema.
Here, 'забег' metaphorically describes a hurried activity among individuals competing to obtain something quickly.
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