ride
1 of 2verb/raɪd/
Forms:rides,riding,rode,ridden
1
to sit on open-spaced vehicles like motorcycles or bicycles and be in control of their movements
transitive- She rides her bike to work every day.
- The friends are riding bikes in the park.
- Participants in the off-road rally eagerly prepared to ride their dirt bikes through challenging trails in the desert.
- On weekends, Sarah loves to ride her mountain bike through the scenic trails in the nearby forest.
- John decided to ride his road bike to work, opting for a more eco-friendly and health-conscious commute.
2
to sit on and control the movement of an animal, especially a horse
A2transitive- As a beginner, I was a bit nervous to ride such a large horse.
- During our vacation, we had the opportunity to ride horses along the scenic trails.
- I would love to ride a donkey during our trip to the mountains.
- My cousin has been riding horses since she was very young.
- The cowboys skillfully rode their horses as they herded cattle.
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3
to travel in a vehicle such as a bus, car, etc.
A2transitive- He prefers to ride the bus to work instead of driving.
- I ride the subway to school every day.
- In the crowded city, it's often more convenient to ride a taxi than to navigate public transportation.
- As a tourist in the city, she chose to ride a double-decker sightseeing bus to explore the famous landmarks.
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4
to move or float on water
- As the yacht set sail, it began to ride gracefully on the calm waters of the bay.
- The fishing boat could ride through choppy waves without losing stability.
- The canoe, propelled by skilled paddlers, continued to ride down the river.
- In the early morning light, the rowboat began to ride on the tranquil lake.
- As the ferry departed from the dock, it began to ride across the channel.
5
to annoy or harass someone persistently
transitive- Mark couldn't resist the temptation to ride Jake about his new hairstyle.
- The younger siblings loved to ride their older brother, teasing him about his secret crush.
- In the schoolyard, friends often rode one another about academic achievements or sports performances.
- It is important for the group to be mindful of individual sensitivities and avoid riding someone too persistently.
6
to maintain light pressure on a pedal, often in vehicles or machines, without fully disengaging it
transitive- In heavy traffic, it's common for drivers to ride the clutch.
- While waiting at the traffic light, the motorcyclist continued to ride the clutch.
- The experienced cyclist knew how to ride the brake pedal gently on downhill slopes.
- The forklift operator learned to ride the accelerator and brake pedals carefully to navigate the warehouse.
- The seamstress had to skillfully ride the foot pedal to control the stitching speed and tension.
7
to engage in sexual intercourse
transitive- In the movie, the lead actor was shown riding his love interest.
- The provocative lyrics of the song hinted at the desire to ride a partner.
- The dialogue in the intimate scene of the play hinted at the characters' desire to ride her lover.
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(of fabric or clothing) to be gradually displaced and creased
- After a long day of sitting, the trousers began to ride.
- The sleeves of his jacket tended to ride when he raised his arms.
- As she walked, the hem of her dress started to ride.
- The waistband of the jeans had a tendency to ride up when she sat down.
- The collar of his shirt tended to ride after he adjusted his tie.
9
to traverse a particular space using a mode of transportation, typically a horse or a bicycle
transitive- The equestrian group decided to ride the picturesque countryside.
- Cyclists often gather on weekends to ride the hilly terrain.
- The horseback riders planned to ride the length of the beach at sunset.
- The family decided to ride the 100 miles on their bicycles.
- The adventure seekers planned to ride the desert on camels.
10
to provide certain experiences while traveling, often emphasizing smoothness, comfort, or quality of a vehicle
- The sports car may have a sleek design, but what truly impresses is how it rides.
- Despite its compact size, the electric scooter rides exceptionally well.
- The commuter train may not have the luxury features of some high-end models, but it rides just as smoothly.
- The economy car surprised drivers with how well it rode.
- The vintage motorcycle, though older in design, continues to ride impressively.
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to be carried or supported by something with a sense of lightness and swiftness
transitive- Children giggled as they climbed aboard the carousel horses, each eager to ride the whimsical creatures as they circled around.
- The surfer skillfully positioned themselves to ride the crest of the wave.
- The hang glider prepared to ride the thermal currents, soaring gracefully through the sky.
- The zip-liner harnessed up to ride the steel cable.
12
to rely heavily on something or someone for support, success, or sustenance
transitive- The success of the small business often rode on the loyalty of its local customer base.
- The project's completion heavily rides on the timely delivery of crucial materials from the supplier.
- The survival of endangered species often rides on conservation efforts and protective measures.
- As a student, academic success can ride on effective study habits and a supportive environment.
- The success of a new technology startup may ride on securing key partnerships and investments.