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harness racing

American  
[hahr-nis rays-ing] / ˈhɑr nɪs ˌreɪs ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the sport of taking part in harness races.


adjective

  1. of, relating to, or involved in the sport of harness races.

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She grew up in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., which is known for thoroughbred racing, but her family was involved in harness racing and she never wanted to be a trainer anyway.

From Los Angeles Times May 3, 2026

Trotting Association that governs harness racing of standardbreds, said one faction of the industry favors no medication in horse racing — “basically have hay, oats and water.”

From Seattle Times Sep. 26, 2023

Trotting Association that governs harness racing of standardbreds, said one faction of the industry favors no medication in horse racing - “basically have hay, oats and water.”

From Washington Times Sep. 26, 2023

Customers buy lottery tickets, or bet on the harness racing on television, in the hope of unlikely relief from hardship.

From New York Times Apr. 23, 2022

It was a collection of sheds and tents and a grandstand for the harness racing.

From "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck

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