Marathon or sprint Crossword Clue

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Marathon or sprint Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. compete in a race
2. cause to move fast or to rush or race
(noun)
1. the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller
2. a canal for a current of water

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

MARATHON (noun)
1. any long and arduous undertaking
2. a battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persians
SPRINT (noun)
1. a quick run
SPRINT (verb)
1. run very fast, usually for a short distance

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
ACRE

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