This is the 975th most frequent Dutch word.
peloton
The main group of riders in a cycling race.
In this sentence, 'peloton' refers to the main group of cyclists in a race, a common term in cycling contexts.
Het peloton bleef tijdens de eerste etappe dicht bij elkaar.
The peloton stayed close together during the first stage.
Here, 'peloton' also refers to the group of cyclists but highlights the role of leadership and strategy within the group.
De leider van het peloton gaf zijn team strategische instructies.
The leader of the peloton gave his team strategic instructions.
In this instance, 'peloton' is discussed in a broader sense, explaining its general use and meaning within the context of cycling.