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What is a marathon?

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mar·a·thon (măr'ə-thŏn')
n.

  1. Sports.
    1. A cross-country footrace of 26 miles, 385 yards (42.195 kilometers).
    2. A long-distance race other than a footrace: a swimming marathon.
  2. ## A contest of endurance: a dance marathon.
    1. An event or activity that requires prolonged effort or endurance.

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