This is the 986th most frequent Portuguese word.
corrida
"Corrida" in English means "race" or "run."
Here, 'corrida' is used in the context of a physical activity of running or jogging.
A corrida no parque foi relaxante.
The run in the park was relaxing.
Here, 'corrida' is used to refer to a competitive racing event.
Estou assistindo a uma corrida de Fórmula 1 na TV.
I am watching a Formula 1 race on TV.
In this context, 'corrida' metaphorically represents the urgency or dash to complete an activity.