bestrode

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Verb bestride has 1 sense

hop on, mount, mount up, get on, jump on, climb on, bestride - get on the back of; "mount a horse"
--₁ is one way to move
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s something

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Term: Bestrode

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: Past tense of "bestride"

Definition: To stand or sit with a leg on each side of; straddle.

Example sentence:

"John bestrode the horse and rode confidently through the meadow."

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: Past tense of "bestride"

Definition: To dominate or be in control of; encompass.

Example sentence:

"Her reputation bestrode the industry as she became the leading figure in fashion."

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: Past tense of "bestride"

Definition: To tower over; overlook.

Example sentence:

"The majestic statue bestrode the entrance to the city, welcoming visitors with open arms."

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