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.

Examples of ride up in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The reserve is home to over 80 sloths – and howling monkeys, porcupines and iguanas, too – so you’re bound to spot some wildlife on the ATV ride up the mountain. Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 7 July 2024 For the best 360-degree views—including a sneak peek at the Smokies on a clear day—take a ride up to the fourth level of the Sunsphere in World’s Fair Park, site of the 1982 World’s Fair. Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 4 July 2024 The ride up wasn't always smooth, as seven of the 10 years endured declines of 5% or more during the second half. Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 28 June 2024 This is fine with most guests, who are often nearby residents seeking a home base from which to ride their snow machines (the local term for snowmobile) and enjoy the beautiful scenery, like that on the ride up to Maclaren Glacier. Seth Adams, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2023 See all Example Sentences for ride up 

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“Ride up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ride%20up. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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