Standardbred
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Standardbred
Example Sentences
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He connected with David H. Brooks, a body armor tycoon whose many expensive passions included harness racing, the niche version of the sport that uses Standardbred horses instead of thoroughbreds.
From Washington Post • Jan. 19, 2022
While pursuing his doctorate, Reddam started buying into Standardbred horses, which competed in harness races.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2018
Standardbred breeding has dropped as well - 1,477 yearlings reported in Pennsylvania last year, down from a high of 1,800 in 2011, according to the Gaming Control Board.
From Washington Times • Sep. 12, 2015
Yes, it will be the end of racing in New Jersey,” said Tom Luchento, the president of the Standardbred Breeders and Owners Association of New Jersey.
From New York Times • Jan. 30, 2010
He ran his business from the overburdened back of a freakishly oversized Standardbred horse wearing a superwide saddle.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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