trotted

Example Sentences

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The occasion often feels tacked-on amid the barbecues and the shiny putters trotted out like obligations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

It’s the same answer trotted out by acolytes of the entirely-made-up Ned Ludd.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

"He had his heart listened to, he was trotted up, his limbs were checked. Everything was normal as you'd expect," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

A Nobel-winning scientist will be trotted out to offer an “explanation” of how the drug works and what it can do, but it’s really just magic beans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

He trotted a few paces, took a long sniff, and waited for them to join him.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver