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Recent Examples of hippodrome
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.
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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
Witnesses to the attack near the Roman hippodrome said a man dressed in black and either bearded or with his face covered rushed at a group without warning shortly after 11 a.m. and began stabbing people indiscriminately.
—Steve Hendrix, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2019
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
Witnesses to the attack near the Roman hippodrome said a man dressed in black and either bearded or with his face covered rushed at a group without warning shortly after 11 a.m. and began stabbing people indiscriminately.
—Steve Hendrix, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hippodrome
Noun
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In the final episode, Lejla was drugged and taken to the very same glass dome where Alicia was being held captive.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Santorini Photo: Getty Images Santorini, the island famous for its blue domes, volcanic landscape, and stunning sunsets, is one of the most popular Greek islands for all the reasons just listed.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The World Health Organization, the World Trade Organization, the International Criminal Court, even the UN World Tourism Organization all became arenas in a contest for supremacy.—
Stacie E. Goddard,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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Final Thoughts The digital arena is ever-changing, and businesses that do not adapt, develop and remain relevant can become laggards.—
Chris Hinman,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Steer clear of windows and avoid large open spaces like cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Approximately 100 people attended the debate, which took place in the gymnasium of the Bethlehem Center at 951 Evans Avenue and was organized by the Historic Southside Neighborhood Association.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Epic Universe preview: An early walk (and rides) in the park In a first look at Universal’s Epic Universe, the new Harry Potter attraction impresses, but monsters ride entertains.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2025
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Steering tech companies to the park Brandin signed a variety of firms to leases after Varian Associates and Eastman Kodak.—
Mark Dent,
HubSpot,
25 Apr. 2025
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The nearly 20,000-square-foot spa was another highlight, with its salt cave and cedar saunas.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2025
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That review held up, too— though, to be honest, the entire resort experience felt like a spa to us.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
15 Apr. 2025
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Beyond an airy entry hall, where the gym sold turmeric tea and pricey strands of prayer beads, about thirty women leaned against black BackJacks or sat upright on meditation cushions.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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Every pair listed below has stood up to regular use and is sleek enough to be worn outside the gym.—
Korin Miller,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Hippodrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hippodrome. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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