straddle
verb (used without object)
to walk, stand, or sit with the legs wide apart; stand or sit astride.
straddles
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present tense formof straddle (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The home sits in an area that straddles both cities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
We typically buy our straddles four or five months out in time, to allow ample time for the stock to move.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
The Bureau of Reclamation announced in April moves to boost water levels of Lake Powell, which straddles the border of Arizona and Utah.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
Lake Kariba, which straddles the border with Zambia, is one of the world's largest man-made reservoirs, supporting transport and fishing and providing vital hydroelectric power to both countries.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
Edna straddles her flashy bike, obviously waiting to park in the spot that I’m blocking.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
