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Recent Examples of hippodrome
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.
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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
The buildings struck Wednesday were between several heritage sites, including the hippodrome and a cluster of seaside sites associated with the ancient Phoenicians and the Crusaders.
—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
Today, that history is honored by the dozens of young men who continue to train and care for horses, then gather with them at the hippodrome to race on tracks lined with tires.
—Rachel Chason, Washington Post, 2 Oct. 2023
In La Teste-de-Buch, firefighters have turned the local hippodrome into a temporary headquarters, buzzing with fire trucks.
—New York Times, 19 July 2022
Pictured from the back, the lithe figure of a boy sits, insouciant, atop a railing that surrounds the hippodrome.
—The New Yorker, 13 May 2022
But from Dan Patch Avenue to the hippodrome, the pair’s fame lives on with every beloved horse shown at the fair.
—Staff Star Tribune, Star Tribune, 28 Aug. 2020
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
The buildings struck Wednesday were between several heritage sites, including the hippodrome and a cluster of seaside sites associated with the ancient Phoenicians and the Crusaders.
—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
Today, that history is honored by the dozens of young men who continue to train and care for horses, then gather with them at the hippodrome to race on tracks lined with tires.
—Rachel Chason, Washington Post, 2 Oct. 2023
In La Teste-de-Buch, firefighters have turned the local hippodrome into a temporary headquarters, buzzing with fire trucks.
—New York Times, 19 July 2022
Pictured from the back, the lithe figure of a boy sits, insouciant, atop a railing that surrounds the hippodrome.
—The New Yorker, 13 May 2022
But from Dan Patch Avenue to the hippodrome, the pair’s fame lives on with every beloved horse shown at the fair.
—Staff Star Tribune, Star Tribune, 28 Aug. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hippodrome
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The growing dangers of heat waves can already be seen this summer, the researchers noted, pointing to the late June heat dome that settled over the Eastern U.S. and set new daily heat records in at least 50 cities, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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Lessons from the 2021 heat dome The 2021 heat wave was a catalyzing event for the community.—
Brian G. Henning,
The Conversation,
9 July 2025
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This is a principle that works in the tech arena and holds fast in every sector.—
Raoul Davis,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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In hindsight, the brief North American arena run earlier this year seems like a friendly farewell to their longtime drummer.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
Noun
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His policy at the gymnasium is to choose seats for them next to the player with the grouchiest face—usually a woman—and spend the next two hours trying to tease out her life story, her situation.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
22 June 2025
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On Friday nights, teenagers zipped through its hallways on roller skates and danced in the gymnasium.—
Jennifer Smith Richards,
ProPublica,
13 June 2025
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The park offers something special in every season: kayaking and boating in summer, fiery foliage in fall, frozen waterfalls in winter, and migratory birding in spring.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
7 July 2025
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In the video posted to social media, officers used a spotlight to track the bear running through the park.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
7 July 2025
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Partnerships with local collectors weave domestic narratives into VIP lounges and spas.—
Byron Armstrong,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Beauty and Wellness Featuring Beauty Mayhem at the Med Spa Med spas are popping up across the country.—
airmail.news,
airmail.news,
10 July 2025
Noun
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For those who prefer to stay active in other ways, there is hiking, biking, archery lessons, bocce, and pickleball, as well as a modern fitness center equipped with all the gym necessities.—
Rafael Peña,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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Amenities: Private transfers, 24-hour room service, 24-hour reception, restaurants and cafes, spa, gym Editor’s tip: Be sure to visit the Japanese-Mexican tea room Matcha Saloon by La Macaria for a morning matcha and pastry.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Hippodrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hippodrome. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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