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bridle

[brahyd-l] / ˈbraɪd l /




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Castro is accused of pulling on the bridle of one horse and grabbing the reins of another as mounted deputies moved toward a crowd of protesters to enforce dispersal orders on June 14.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2025

His first incarnation as Celtic manager rarely saw his team come off the bridle.

From BBC • May 10, 2024

His eyes are full of tears as he holds the little riding crop in one hand and the bridle in the other.

From Slate • Nov. 30, 2023

But nations including South Africa and Colombia bridle at what they see as an implicit choice.

From Washington Post • Apr. 29, 2023

He rode upon a strong dappled horse with flowing mane and tail and his stirrups and bridle were inlaid with silver.

From "The Horse and His Boy" by C.S. Lewis




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