superfecta
Americannoun
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a type of bet, especially on horse races, in which the bettor must select the first four finishers in exact order.
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a race in which such bets are made.
Etymology
Origin of superfecta
Example Sentences
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Of course, getting weather predictions correct this far out, is about as easy as calling a superfecta cold.
From Los Angeles Times
The year before, the superfecta paid $505.30, with the favorite coming in second.
From Washington Post
The trifecta requires you to pick the top three finishers in the correct order, while the superfecta requires you to select the top four finishers in the correct order.
From Washington Post
Both horses will feature in my trifecta and superfecta approach in wet or sloppy conditions.
From Washington Post
The picks: Midnight Bourbon over Crowded Trade, Medina Spirit and a flying Keepmeinmind at the end to fill out the superfecta.
From Seattle Times
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