straddle (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈstrædl/
Definition
To sit or stand with one leg on each side of something.
Examples
She decided to straddle the fence to get a better view.
The child straddled the broomstick like a horse.
How to Use straddle
- straddle a fence (collocation)
- To sit or stand with one leg on each side of a fence. — "He straddled the fence, watching the game on both sides."
- straddle a horse (collocation)
- To sit on a horse with one leg on each side. — "The jockey straddled the horse before the race began."
- straddle an issue (idiom)
- To avoid taking a clear position on a controversial topic. — "The senator straddled the issue, refusing to alienate any voters."
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