well-bred
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In one fell swoop, the well-bred cow showcased Brazil's prowess in the business of modern cattle ranching.
From National Geographic • Jan. 24, 2024
There’s concern that “we’re losing the battle with education and just promoting a well-bred dog,” Sosa said.
From Seattle Times • May 7, 2023
She added: "The public has the choice, choose healthy, well-bred dogs or choose this kind of exaggerated mutant. I wouldn't buy any of these dogs. I feel really sorry for them."
From BBC • Jan. 23, 2023
Variolation made it to Britain thanks to an unlikely advocate: a well-bred and erudite young woman named Lady Mary Wortley Montagu.
From New York Times • Apr. 27, 2021
A well-bred young woman would not dare to take the arm of a young man in public until they were engaged!
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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