well-bred
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The exorbitant cost of buying a well-bred racehorse is not for the faint of wallet.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 4, 2025
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
This booming, endlessly interesting antihero comports himself as an entitled, well-bred gentleman who has tired of wearing dirty long johns and waiting for the universe to right his fortunes.
From New York Times ● Mar. 13, 2023
They were custom made and there beside the cheap tan brogues of the farmer they had the elegantly slender well-bred appearance of fine gloves.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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