Meanings
How to pronounce "one-horse race":
AU
A horse race in which a single horse takes such a considerable lead that the other horses are no longer contenders to win.
An election campaign or other competitive situation in which only one competitor is entered or in which only one competitor has a realistic chance of winning.
Example Sentences
1
The election was a one-horse race; nobody else had a chance against the popular incumbent.
2
The game turned out to be a one-horse race as the home team dominated from start to finish.
3
The competition was a one-horse race, with one contestant clearly outperforming the rest.
4
The race was so predictable that it was practically a one-horse race.
5
The business venture proved to be a one-horse race as the industry leader quickly cornered the market.
