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Definition of Run for the roses
1. Noun. (usually capitalized and preceded by (term the)) Nickname for the Kentucky Derby horse race. ¹
2. Noun. (idiomatic American football) A college football game or series of games played with the ultimate goal of qualifying for the championship Rose Bowl game. ¹
3. Noun. (idiomatic by extension) A hard-fought competition or demanding challenge of any kind. ¹
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