Definition

Did Not Start—the race result code for when registration optimism meets reality and you bail before the starting gun. At least you don't have a DNF on your record.

Example Usage

I was registered for the half marathon but went DNS after catching the flu the week before.

Origin

Official racing terminology for registered competitors who don't start the event

Fun Fact

Some prestigious marathons don't refund DNS entries, creating a secondary market where bibs sell for hundreds of dollars.

Source: Racing and competition terminology

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