thoroughbred

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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

In a chaotic last half hour, Carse charged down the Lord's slope like a thoroughbred that had unseated its rider.

From BBC • Jul. 13, 2025

Justin Oldfield, a thoroughbred breeder and a chairman of the CTBA, said that Harris wanted everyone in the industry to be successful, always offering mentorship and help to those who needed it.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2025

A thoroughbred of the streets, Jemmy acted on instinct.

From "The Whipping Boy" by Sid Fleischman