blinkers

Example Sentences

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“We took the blinkers off the horse, gave him a chance to get over that experience and he seems to be in a good place right now, training just the way we want.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

But even he has blinkers on: Yes, 1975 might have been a great, great time in New York, despite garbage strikes, crime rates and municipal bankruptcy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

"I trimmed down my team too as I was moving at 100mph with the blinkers on. It has taken a bit of time but now I'm here."

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

“I’ll keep the blinkers on, put on the hat and just get in the ring.”

From Seattle Times • Mar. 16, 2023

When it was safe to cruise ahead, Pa put on his blinkers and turned left toward Atlantic Avenue.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia