rat race

Meaning

Noun

  • An activity or situation which is congested with participants and which is hectic or tedious, especially in the context of a busy, modern urban lifestyle.
  • The busy, modern urban lifestyle itself.
  • Inconsiderate or unfair competition, where the competitors are willing to do just about anything to win.

Origin

  • rat + race

Modern English dictionary

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