thoroughbred

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The franchise took its first step toward that when it agreed to spend nearly $200 million for a property that used to host Arlington Park, a thoroughbred racetrack in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

He received 100 thoroughbred horses and a Lexus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

Dale Romans, a thoroughbred racehorse trainer, has also made waves in the race since entering the primary in November, though no polling has been conducted that includes Romans.

From Salon • Dec. 19, 2025

It took him 10 years to realize that the real stars — and the money — was in thoroughbred racing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2025

The only thing to do right now is gallop like a thoroughbred as fast as your bike will possibly go, and race for your life.

From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander