matador
Example Sentences
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The ghost of young matador Pedro Romero, the quiet center of Jake’s storm, waits on the bullring sand.
From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025
Married couple Juan and Juan are also pleased to hear that a matador has come out, but don't quite see eye to eye on the broader issue.
From BBC • Feb. 10, 2024
We will see a Charlo that will attempt to use his speed, and move in and out and try to keep Álvarez at distance — a matador trying to keep the Mexican bull at bay.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2023
“Colombia’s art and culture must endure,” the matador, Jelain Fresneda, said after the difficult bout, shaking dust off his tight-fitting suit.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 20, 2023
He did not look like a matador, though.
From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day
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