riding crop
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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It was also his first Kentucky Derby win, although he was fined $62,000 and suspended two days for using his riding crop eight times on Sovereignty, two over the allowable number.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2025
His eyes are full of tears as he holds the little riding crop in one hand and the bridle in the other.
From Slate • Nov. 30, 2023
So, this really is the end — unless James plans to retell it once again, from the point of view of the housekeeper, the bodyguard — or the riding crop.
From Washington Post • Jun. 28, 2021
Meyocks said the current riding crop only in extremely rare situations produces cuts and gives an animal welts.
From Seattle Times • May 27, 2021
“You!” he shouted at the currach, waving his riding crop over his head.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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