Horse Racing Jargon

verb to hesitate or be unwilling to accept an idea or undertaking

• The company balked at the idea of increasing salaries for all employees.
• He balked when he saw the price tag on the new phone.
• She totally balked when she found out she had to work late on Friday night.
• The horse balked at the jump, refusing to go any further.

noun a fellow

verb to irritate or annoy

• The young chap was well-mannered and polite during the formal event.
• Hey chap, wanna grab a drink later?
• That chap is always up to no good.
• He's a real stand-up chap, always willing to lend a hand.

noun a large, solid-hoofed, herbivorous mammal domesticated since prehistoric times, used for riding and as a draft animal

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• The equestrian competition featured some of the most skilled horse riders in the country.
• I love going for a ride on my friend's horse, it's so much fun!
• That new car is a real horse, it's so fast!
• She's been working like a horse to meet the deadline.

noun a bet or attempt that has a low probability of success

adjective having little chance of success

• The chances of success seemed like a long shot given the current circumstances.
• I know it's a long shot, but I'm still hoping for the best.
• It's a real long shot, but I'm gonna give it a try anyway.
• Taking that job offer was a long shot, but I'm glad I took the chance.

adjective having great power or influence; predominant

• The prepotent genetic trait is dominant in the population.
• He's got a prepotent attitude that rubs people the wrong way.
• She thinks she's so prepotent, always acting like she's better than everyone else.
• The prepotent force of nature could not be tamed by mere mortals.

adjective A well-bred person or animal is polite and has good manners as a result of being brought up in a good family or a good environment.

• The well-bred gentleman always displayed impeccable manners at social gatherings.
• She comes from a well-bred family, so she knows how to act in high society.
• That guy may act tough, but he's actually quite well-bred when it comes to etiquette.
• The well-bred roses in the garden added an air of sophistication to the landscape.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

• After a thorough investigation, we can confirm that the project is now home and hosed.
• Don't worry, we've got everything under control - we're home and hosed.
• We nailed the presentation, so we're definitely home and hosed now.
• With all the necessary precautions in place, we can say that our safety is home and hosed.