in the saddle
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I was left more determined than ever to get back in the saddle and go again.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 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
Tempted, with Craig Williams in the saddle, came second ahead of Jimmysstar, ridden by Ethan Brown.
From Barron's • Oct. 18, 2025
“I’m back in the saddle in the debate arena,” Bayless said.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2025
He leaned forward in the saddle and shouted, “Now, Pop!”
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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