echelons

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Worldwide, the number of equine clones born a year pales in comparison to traditionally-bred horses, but those clones—and their offspring—are starting to emerge in the top echelons of different equestrian disciplines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

McMaster and several other creative colonels, who, at least for a little while, turned around both the Iraq War and the upper echelons of the U.S.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

The fate of this strait will be decided at the most senior echelons of the state.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

It shows up across the echelons of dining, from white tablecloths to vinyl booths.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

Riders competing in ordinary weekday events needed to whittle themselves down another 5 pounds or so, while those in the lowest echelons of the sport couldn’t weigh much more than 100.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand