hippodrome

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Recent Examples of hippodrome The hippodrome thundered with the pounding of hooves as chariots raced neck and neck, wheels nearly touching, while the crowd roared with each dangerous turn. Literary Hub, 22 Apr. 2026 Thirty years later the Greeks returned under Pompey and built a theater, a hippodrome, and a stadium. Madeleine Schwartz, The New York Review of Books, 12 Feb. 2026 The central square is commanded by the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, and the streets hold other imperial Ottoman-era mosques, Byzantine cisterns, and the remains of a hippodrome. Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025 The team took the practice field at the hippodrome—the Games’ horse facility, with a central field surrounded by a racetrack and grandstand—and everything seemed in good enough shape. Will Grant, Outside Online, 11 June 2025 Advertisement The 2,500-year-old city, about 50 miles south of Beirut, is known for its pristine beaches, ancient harbor and imposing Roman ruins and hippodrome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mohammed Zaatari and Kareem Chehayeb, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024 In 2020, the hippodrome hosted an international equestrian festival, bringing together riders from across West Africa. Rachel Chason, Washington Post, 2 Oct. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hippodrome
Noun
  • Southern California will be able to cool off as the heat dome moves further away.
    Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
  • The heat dome responsible for this heat wave may also set records for its intensity in parts of Southern California and Arizona.
    Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
Noun
  • In 2019, the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London became the first arena outside North America specifically built to accommodate an American football game.
    Sam Birchall, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
  • No separate planning application specifically for an arena has been submitted.
    Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The school will have a full gymnasium and locker room, with middle school sports such as track and basketball.
    Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • But the current facility lacks features like a gymnasium, an outdoor soccer field and an auditorium, which Stewart said are important for a well-rounded educational environment.
    Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Daikin Park’s 115 park factor for home runs since 2025 ranks sixth.
    Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Expect to see everything from elk and moose to bald eagles in one of the most stunning parks in the country.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The smoothing and plumping fan-favorite masks have (literally) uplifted me on groggy mornings, amid grueling hangovers, and during spa nights with my best friends.
    Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
  • For travelers focused on wellness, longevity, or recovery, many resorts now offer more than traditional spa services.
    Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Hyperice built authority in places consumers couldn’t access, then expanded by placing the same technology in gyms, hotels and airport lounges.
    Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Combined with the spacious 24/7 gym, all your workout needs should be covered.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

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“Hippodrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hippodrome. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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