Also means
to dash at full speed
Usage Note
sprinten is the standard everyday verb for running a short distance at maximum speed. It combines with directional particles: herbeisprinten (sprint over to), lossprinten (sprint off). The noun Sprint is well-known but the verb is more productive in spoken use.
Examples
"Sie sprintete zur Ziellinie und gewann das Rennen mit einem Vorsprung."
Natural Translation
She sprinted to the finish line and won the race with a lead.
Literal Translation
She sprinted to-the finish-line and won the race with a lead.
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