thoroughbred

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The Jockey Club, a thoroughbred registry and leading industry group, brought in consultants from McKinsey to help.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 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

Older, and with questions about the make-up of their team, the hosts will find it harder to absorb the absence of two thoroughbred fast bowlers.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

John C. Harris, California horse-racing mogul, had a particular love for the thoroughbred breeding and racing sector of his company, Harris Farms.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2025

He patted the boat as if it was a thoroughbred horse.

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke