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purebred

[pyoor-bred, pyoor-bred] / ˈpyʊərˈbrɛd, ˈpyʊərˌbrɛd /


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Purebred dogs have been treasured for hundreds of years, with people fiercely devoted to their favorite breeds.

From National Geographic • Dec. 1, 2023

Purebred French bulldogs have become one of America’s most expensive dog breeds, fetching prices of up to $6,000.

From Washington Times • Feb. 9, 2023

Purebred Arabian horses - spirited, fast and graceful - are treasured possessions for Gulf sheikhs and other rich collectors.

From BBC • May 21, 2021

Purebred dogs have genetic predispositions to various health problems.

From New York Times • Aug. 9, 2016

Holding tight through the scary parts, until we tell him Scooby-Doo will save the day, Bugs Bunny will get away, Underdog will arrive before the train hits Sweet Polly Purebred.

From "Brown Girl Dreaming" by Jacqueline Woodson




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