hurdler
- a word derived from hurdle.
Example Sentences
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Borquez is also a top hurdler and defending state champion JJ Harel of Notre Dame will be in the high jump.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 28, 2026
The 2023 champion hurdler Constitution Hill, trained by Nicky Henderson, returns to action after falling in the big race at Cheltenham last month when trying to regain his crown.
From BBC ● Apr. 3, 2025
Stars such as gymnast Simone Biles, swimmer Katie Ledecky and hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone responded with thrilling gold-medal performances.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2024
The ex-Oregon football player is an elite hurdler but must qualify for Paris at the Olympic trials this summer.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 27, 2024
Curly heard a cry and watched in surprise as the policeman burst from the doorway of the latrine, leaping off the flatbed like an Olympic hurdler.
From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen
