thoroughbred
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The thoroughbreds emerged from every door, ears perked and puzzled by our appearance.
From Los Angeles Times
Ada Gates, the first woman in North America licensed to shoe thoroughbred horses, declares that, after a lifetime of significant loss, she no longer feels fear.
From Washington Post
Conditions were not ideal for a thoroughbred footballer - even one whose best days are now on Youtube - as the teams tried to combat an increasingly soggy pitch.
From BBC
Prolific thoroughbred trainer Bob Baffert capped off a rough week with his horses winning the Saudi Derby and finishing second in the Saudi Cup.
From Los Angeles Times
The horse’s ashes will be interred at a retirement farm for thoroughbred horses in Kentucky.
From Seattle Times
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