strode
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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As she strode through the lobby of the Dolby Theatre pre-show, Jessie Buckley, nominated for lead actress for her role in “Hamnet,” was fanned with praise by other attendees.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026
Guardiola strode on to the pitch after the match and blew kisses in the direction of his family in the stands.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
But Brooks, who normally bats at number five, strode to the wicket first drop in a massive statement of intent that said "leave it to me, lads".
From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026
He strode into a country house, moody and mysterious, like Heathcliff from “Wuthering Heights.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026
He strode through the door at the rear of the shop and shut it behind him.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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