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thoroughbred

[thur-oh-bred, -uh-bred, thuhr-] / ˈθɜr oʊˌbrɛd, -əˌbrɛd, ˈθʌr- /
ADJECTIVE
pure, unmixed
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
half-breed mixed


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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

The Jockey Club, a thoroughbred registry and leading industry group, brought in consultants from McKinsey to help.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026

Shoemaker moved into thoroughbred training after he stopped riding.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 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




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