A competitive race for horses carrying jockeys; often the subject of betting / An exciting and arduous competition (as in a political campaign).

A sport where horses and their jockeys compete to race around a track the fastest.

(idiomatic) An apparent gift, that has substantial associated costs or drawbacks, especially a gift that does not fit perfectly with the recipient's wants or needs.

a child’s toy consisting of a (usually wooden) horse mounted on a rocker or swing

An American breed of horse originally bred for short-distance racing.

(idiomatic) A theatrical production, film, or program on radio or television depicting adventures of characters in the American Old West; a western.

Alternative spelling of hobby horse

plural of horse blanket

A blanket placed underneath the saddle of a horse. / (obsolete, slang) currency in the 1800s consisting of large size notes/bills.

(idiomatic) An appearance or sense of smug superiority.