thoroughbred

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A nation will be hoping he's still smiling in the wake of their opener against Haiti, Scotland's first World Cup game since the great thoroughbred in their midfield was barely out of nappies.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Shoemaker moved into thoroughbred training after he stopped riding.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

He received 100 thoroughbred horses and a Lexus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

Dale Romans, a thoroughbred racehorse trainer, has also made waves in the race since entering the primary in November, though no polling has been conducted that includes Romans.

From Salon • Dec. 19, 2025

Penelope’s thoughts raced like a thoroughbred at the Epsom Derby.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood