thoroughbred
Example Sentences
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The Berlin Philharmonic’s reputation as a thoroughbred among orchestras is in no danger of faltering.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2026
Saturday, however, Gold Phoenix has a chance to separate himself from all but one other thoroughbred who has competed in North America.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 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
A Meecham is a thoroughbred, a winner all the way.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
