cockfighting
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The post, which is in Spanish, notes that the brothers excel in international horse racing, but also have a passion for cockfighting.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Following Reconstruction, Black people staged formal card games and cockfighting events, allowing participants to network while acquiring small but quick bursts of cash as economic opportunity languished.
From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026
After then-US Senator John McCain labelled it "human cockfighting" and led a campaign to ban the UFC, its events were consigned to small markets.
From BBC • Jul. 18, 2024
A proposal to weaken cockfighting penalties cleared the Oklahoma House.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024
"Well, you two, taken together, beat cockfighting," he said enthusiastically.
From My Strangest Case by Boothby, Guy
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