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mechanical bull

American  
[muh-kan-ik-uhl bool] / məˈkæn ɪk əl ˈbʊl /

noun

  1. a device that simulates the experience of riding on a bucking bull or horse, used for amusement, with the objective of staying on for as long as possible.


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A night after a raucous late-night celebration that saw outfielder Brandon Marsh ride a mechanical bull, designated hitter Kyle Schwarber, third baseman Alec Bohm, catcher J.T.

From Washington Times • Sep. 27, 2023

The new name for the mechanical bull that stole the show at the Commonwealth Games has been shortlisted to four.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2023

Besides hosting one of the largest country music events ever to hit Miami, the festival will include a country-themed bar, games, food, line dancing, a mechanical bull and a giant Ferris wheel.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 14, 2023

Yes, its famous mechanical bull is in action for the tuxedos-and-gowns crowd.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2023

“Surround him!” the king yelled, “Save the horses!”— and suddenly I knew I was dealing with no dull mechanical bull but with thinking creatures, pattern makers, the most dangerous things I’d ever met.

From "Grendel" by John Gardner

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