jockeys
word · lemma: jockey
Definition
People who ride horses in races, usually professionally. It can also mean people who skillfully maneuver or compete for advantage in other contexts.
Usage & Nuances
Most common as a noun for horse racers, but also used metaphorically for people maneuvering for advantage. Always plural when talking about more than one. Often paired with 'race', 'competition', or 'position'.
Example Sentences
The jockeys wear colorful uniforms.
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Two jockeys fell during the last lap.
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The jockeys prepare their horses before the race.
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All the best jockeys hope to win the Derby this year.
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Sometimes in business, experienced people act like jockeys, trying to outmaneuver each other.
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The jockeys weighed in after the race to make sure they met the rules.
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