ride up
phrasal verb
rode up; ridden up; riding out; rides up
of clothing
: to move up the body as one moves
Her skirt rode up when she sat down.
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Crafted to cater to the needs of taller frames, these tights ensure a comfortable fit that won’t ride up or require adjusting.
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Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 2 June 2025
The handovers will see the first US owner take delivery of their new car and include an opportunity for the three new recipients to ride up the iconic Goodwood hill climb.
—Trinity Francis, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Trying the running shorts on that don’t ride up is like finally clicking with someone after a string of bad dates.
—Renee Cherry, SELF, 8 May 2025
Ellie rides up the exact same trail, sees the exact same thing, and makes a choice to go look for Joel.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
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Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 2 June 2025
The handovers will see the first US owner take delivery of their new car and include an opportunity for the three new recipients to ride up the iconic Goodwood hill climb.
—Trinity Francis, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
Trying the running shorts on that don’t ride up is like finally clicking with someone after a string of bad dates.
—Renee Cherry, SELF, 8 May 2025
Ellie rides up the exact same trail, sees the exact same thing, and makes a choice to go look for Joel.
—Katcy Stephan, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
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“Ride up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ride%20up. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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