in the saddle
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For years, Surf City conservatives like Gates have reveled in playing the burr in the saddle of deep blue California.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
A rally on Wall Street fuelled by hopes for the US economy in the wake of forecast-beating manufacturing data provided investors a much-needed catalyst to jump back in the saddle.
From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026
Red Dead Redemption puts you in the saddle for a Wild West cowboy fantasy, while Crusader Kings simulates all the drama of European royalty.
From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026
"I think that's incredibly unfortunate. But we have to get back up in the saddle," she said.
From Barron's • Nov. 19, 2025
He pulled up his horse and twisted around in the saddle.
From "Old Yeller" by Fred Gipson
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