stride
verb (used without object)
to walk with long steps, as with vigor, haste, impatience, or arrogance.
strides
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pluralof stride.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof stride (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
strideverb (used without object)to walk with long steps, as with vigor, haste, impatience, or arrogance.
Example Sentences
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"But when I met my oncologist I realised how ignorant I was and what gargantuan strides medicine has made recently."
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
"We've made great strides, very positive for both countries," Trump told reporters as he had tea with Xi at the White House on Friday before the archives trip.
From Barron's ● Sep. 25, 2026
Chinese carmakers logged strong growth in European sales once again last month, making strides in winning over drivers on the continent as domestic rivals struggle to remain competitive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
But by making strides in integrating agency, belonging and cause into your life, you pave the way for a smooth transition.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
Then he strides off toward the cookhouse where the men from the Flying Squadron are congregating in small groups, their eyes darting, their faces fearful.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
