matador

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Their enthralling matador and bull program set to “Paint it Black” eclipsed the season’s best they earned two days prior during the team event, but it wasn’t enough to earn elusive individual Olympic gold.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

We meet Iñaki, the manager here who is appropriately more matador than barkeep.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025

Married couple Juan and Juan are also pleased to hear that a matador has come out, but don't quite see eye to eye on the broader issue.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2024

“Colombia’s art and culture must endure,” the matador, Jelain Fresneda, said after the difficult bout, shaking dust off his tight-fitting suit.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 20, 2023

Alexander had assumed the role of matador, and Beowulf and Cassiopeia were taking turns charging at him.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood