STRIDE Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

ˈstrīd

Definition of stride

as in to march

to move along with a steady regular step especially in a group a gang of armed men strode into the bank and approached the teller

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stride

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noun

as in leap

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Recent Examples of stride

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Enzo Maresca strode down the Old Trafford tunnel and let out a victorious roar. — Sam Lee, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026 The monumental Lady in Blue depicts a young Black woman striding forward with purpose in a blue dress and heels, her gaze directed ahead of her. — News Desk, Artforum, 10 Sep. 2026

Noun

Walker split a hole created by Trey Smith and Jaylon Moore on the right side of the line, never broke stride and sprinted 76 yards down the right side to set up the Chiefs’ go-ahead touchdown pass to Thornton in the fourth quarter. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 4 Oct. 2026 That's exactly what made the first season of The Mandalorian feel so special, and Galactic Racer hits that same stride by exploring a galactic underground racing ring, where a bunch of daredevils hurtle across planets while blowing each other up. — Hayes Madsen, Space.com, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stride

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Thousands of people marched through central Brussels in a protest that was largely peaceful, although some scuffles broke out with police, who used tear gas and water cannons in some instances.

— Makini Brice, Arkansas Online, 10 Oct. 2026
On the ensuing drive, Pitt marched down the field, as running back La'Vell Wright capped a seven-play, 75-yard drive that lasted 2 1/2 minutes with a 1-yard touchdown run, putting Pitt back ahead 17-14.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of march

Noun

The Horned Frogs expected to take a leap with so much retention on the defensive line, and so far the defense has exceeded expectations.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026
Roccaforte took a massive leap in his fourth professional season with the club.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of leap

Noun

Still, 23% said their organizations did not require multifactor authentication (MFA)—a login step beyond a password—across all applications and services.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026
Gicon plans to use the findings to develop a wind farm with three to five extra-tall turbines, an intermediate step toward possible full-scale production.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of step

Noun

Harris singled to lead off the game, got a running jump to steal second, advanced to third on a grounder, then scored when Glasnow bounced a breaking ball and LA catcher Will Smith couldn't find the ball in time to make a play.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
There are time jumps, and images are presented in multiple formats.

— Zac Ntim, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of jump

Noun

Ariel Gutiérrez’s intimate coming-of-age drama examines how sudden loss can force an adolescent to confront fear, responsibility and the possibility of rebuilding a life after trauma.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
Ukraine fighting Russia invasion by targeting oil refining With winter coming, fuel shortfalls could put Vladimir Putin’s regime on its heels.

— Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of coming

Noun

Within the bounds of the park, travelers will find mangrove islands, white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and lush seagrass beds offshore.

— Kristin Granero, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2026
With less than 10 seconds remaining in overtime, Ionescu lost control of the ball while driving, sending it out of bounds.

— Chantz Martin OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of bound

Noun

In September, the effort began to pay off, thanks to the arrival of American oilmen.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
The bottles were being prepped for a shipment abroad, and employees only found the wine was missing upon their arrival on Monday morning, according to the publication.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

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