riders

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All four riders are among seven whose samples, taken at the 2008 race, showed traces of banned substances.

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  1. noun One that rides, especially one who rides horses.
  2. noun A clause, usually having little relevance to the main issue, that is added to a legislative bill.
  3. noun An amendment or addition to a document or record. Also called allonge.

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  • They were useless for lighting the way in the fog, but at least the riders were able to keep their places in the column through following the hazy glow ahead. —  Julian, May - Boreal Moon 01 - Conqueror's Moon
  • In the evening the wolves come, dilatory, to a prey they have learned to expect when the riders are about. —  Cherryh,_C.J._-_Exiles_Gate.htm
  • Basil explained later that the other riders were all important government officials and the Russian ambassador. —  SlightlyDangerous
  • In addition to big name riders, the event boasts a bevy of blustery bulls. —  The Vail Trail - All Sections
  • I can't control how strong other riders are and what happens in a race. —  PezCyclingNews.com
 

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