Synonyms of ride herd on

ride herd on

phrase

as in supervise

to be in charge of

Teachers must sometimes ride herd on more than 25 students at once.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• supervise
• oversee
• handle
• manage
• watch over
• command
• call the tune (for)
• steer
• captain
• head
• boss
• call the shots (of)
• control
• run
• direct
• guide
• order
• quarterback
• overlook
• show
• superintend
• monitor
• shepherd
• administer
• preside (over)
• rule
• reign
• govern

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ride herd on

Why can’t our alderwoman ride herd on this chronic disruptive disorganization on behalf of her constituents? — Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026