Recent Examples on the WebThe morning-line favorite is Sierra Leone, at 9-5, who lost the Derby to Mystik Dan by a nose.—John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2024 Mystik Dan came in second during the Preakness after winning by a nose at the Kentucky Derby in a photo finish.—Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 8 June 2024 Mystik Dan held on to win by a nose in a scintillating photo finish at Churchill Downs.—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2024 Mystik Dan won the 150th running of the race two weeks ago by a nose and that came after a near perfect trip along the rail.—John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for by a nose
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