quarter horse

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Recent Examples of quarter horse The American quarter horse is one of the most popular breeds in the world, known for its speed, according to the American Quarter Horse Association’s website. Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2025 Rodeo horses died after attack The three were all American quarter horses, nine-year-old Clovis, five-year-old Pepper and six-year-old Ace. Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 16 May 2025 Over the next 30 years, the steamboat captain, born the son of Irish immigrants in New York, built a ranching empire still known today for its beef cattle and quarter horses. Pam Leblanc, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025 The five who were euthanized Wednesday also were quarter horses. John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for quarter horse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quarter horse
Noun
  • Along with the thousands of cows, the property is home to 180 bulls, 7,500 yearlings, and 130 saddle horses.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2025
  • The farm also had saddle horses, a team of Belgian draft horses that helped haul manure and feed, and plenty of chickens that supplied eggs for those big breakfasts every morning (followed by even larger dinners at noon and suppers in the evenings).
    Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Yellowstone actor and cutting horse trainer Jake Ream will make his directorial debut on the second picture on the Perlino Pictures slate, The Color of Winter, which is due to film in Utah in the new year.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Bailey turned his focus to the Iron Rose Ranch and bred and trained competitive cutting horses in Carbondale.
    Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Many Reddit users admit to deeply regretting installing above-mount sinks—especially the vessel-style ones often found in bathrooms.
    Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Its magnetic quick-release mount is fully compatible with Osmo Action accessories, allowing easy attachment to helmets, bikes, or backpacks.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Helicopter rides, hot air balloons, hayrides, pony rides and certain specialty items are extra.
    Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Two children and a pony pulling the buggy were killed in the crash.
    John Molseed, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • James is built like a racehorse and his defensive ability is his calling card.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 18 Oct. 2025
  • The train that rings Vesuvius makes its rounds as racehorses train along the shore.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Again, a première was matched to a warhorse.
    Alex Ross, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
  • An all-situations warhorse throughout his NHL career, and the defensive engine for the 2023 Cup champions, Pietrangelo, on June 30, released an alarming update about his health.
    The Athletic NHL, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • For dog lovers, USA TODAY Pets is your ultimate resource — from training tips to health hacks and fun stories.
    Allison Moses, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Travelers are always on the lookout for time-saving tips, and there is no more important time for a solid travel hack than during a delay or flight cancellation.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier for $240 ($80 off) Parent or packhorse?
    Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 16 July 2024
  • In 1811 Charles’s 21-year-old father loaded a white stallion and a packhorse with baskets of Champagne and set off for Moscow, nearly 2,000 miles away.
    Moira Hodgson, WSJ, 30 Dec. 2021

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“Quarter horse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quarter%20horse. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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