pedigreed
Americanadjective
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“This estate offers a lifestyle that requires no exit. A rare opportunity to acquire a pedigreed property defined by absolute privacy and timeless design,” the listing added.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
The pedigreed dogs are the epitome of their breeds, owned by enthusiasts who pay Calvacca $150 per show day for her more than 100 dog shows each year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 31, 2026
And while they’re often dismissed as unserious, their DNA isn’t far from more polished, pedigreed desserts.
From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2025
Given its pedigreed cast and filmmaker, the results are doubly sad.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2023
Once Victor had managed to fish the pedigreed cat out of a barrel full of stinking sardines and stowed her in a scratch-safe box, he had discovered the two tortoises.
From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke
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