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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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Central to the exhibit is a geodesic dome inspired by the work of futurist architect Buckminster Fuller.—
CHRISTINA MAYO,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2025
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The aircraft has four engines and a radar dome mounted on the fuselage, and its official name is unknown.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Amalie Oil Company, which is based in Tampa, purchased the naming rights to the arena in 2014.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Duran Duran are gearing up for a run of European arena and festival shows this summer beginning on June 3 with the kick-off gig at the Nokia Arena in Tamepere, Finland.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2025
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Two students in Dothan, Alabama were hospitalized Monday when an apparent tornado struck Dothan Preparatory Academy, causing significant damage to the roof of the school's gymnasium.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Artists of all ages can create vibrant chalk art near the park fountain.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2025
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The teaser itself opens on some live-action images: empty park swings and an airplane wing.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This tranquil spa offers primarily modern services though there are a few options like the 17th Century Replenish or the 19th Century Relinquish that can take you back to the spa treatments of yore.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
5 Apr. 2025
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In season 3, spa manager Belinda Lindsey (Natasha Rothwell) kicks back with a copy of Thomas Erikson’s Surrounded by Narcissists.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Swerdlow noted that the affordable and public housing units in his buildings will be indistinguishable from the workforce apartments and that all residents will have access to amenities like gyms, gardens and swimming pools.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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The Fairway villas provide views of Wynn's golf course, and some also feature private pools and gyms.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Hippodrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hippodrome. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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