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  • adjective Alternative form of horselike.

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Examples

  • When you realize that horses, zebras, and donkeys are probably descended from the horse-like “kind,” Noah did not have to carry two sets of each such animal.

    19th Century Evangelical Scholars, Old Earth and Evolution 2010

  • As we discussed in the previous chapter, it is scientifically responsible to consider first various horse-like explanations—such as fraud, misperceptions, and placebo or mind-body effects—before entertaining zebra-like explanations—such as genuine assistance from deceased physicians, angels, and ultimately, the Sacred.

    The Sacred Promise Phd Gary E. Schwartz 2011

  • Andy is next, sporting a long, horse-like ponytail that MC compares to The Last of the Mohicans, or Pocahontas meets Naomi Campbell: "Unbeweavable!"

    Una LaMarche: Project Runway Finale: Part One Recap Una LaMarche 2010

  • His wingtips clacked behind us, sounding vaguely horse-like.

    Molecules Joe Deir 2011

  • As we discussed in the previous chapter, it is scientifically responsible to consider first various horse-like explanations—such as fraud, misperceptions, and placebo or mind-body effects—before entertaining zebra-like explanations—such as genuine assistance from deceased physicians, angels, and ultimately, the Sacred.

    The Sacred Promise Phd Gary E. Schwartz 2011

  • As we discussed in the previous chapter, it is scientifically responsible to consider first various horse-like explanations—such as fraud, misperceptions, and placebo or mind-body effects—before entertaining zebra-like explanations—such as genuine assistance from deceased physicians, angels, and ultimately, the Sacred.

    The Sacred Promise Phd Gary E. Schwartz 2011

  • Andy is next, sporting a long, horse-like ponytail that MC compares to The Last of the Mohicans, or Pocahontas meets Naomi Campbell: "Unbeweavable!"

    Una LaMarche: Project Runway Finale: Part One Recap Una LaMarche 2010

  • Evans's legs are horse-like, and his hindquarters are perfect for galloping down the long, lonely straightaways.

    Evans Above: Aussie Clinches Tour Win John W. Miller 2011

  • As we discussed in the previous chapter, it is scientifically responsible to consider first various horse-like explanations—such as fraud, misperceptions, and placebo or mind-body effects—before entertaining zebra-like explanations—such as genuine assistance from deceased physicians, angels, and ultimately, the Sacred.

    The Sacred Promise Phd Gary E. Schwartz 2011

  • Britney darling, as my own mother said to me, when that happens, you have to get right back on the horse-like part, and ride.

    Tallulah Morehead: Big Brother 12: The 12th Coming 2010

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