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ride tal·l in the sad·dle

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  1. ride tall in the saddleverb

    To ride a horse in an erect, imposing manner.

  2. ride tall in the saddleverb

    To act or conduct oneself in a manner that is imposing, impressive, resolute, or manly.

Editors Contribution

  1. Ride tall in the saddle

    To do the right thing under difficult circumstances.

    Joe Sensor accidently struck and killed a pedestrian late one night. No one witnessed the accident, but Joe decided to "Ride tall in the saddle" and admit his mistake to authorities, come what may.


    Submitted by JP03 on March 9, 2015  

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of ride tall in the saddle in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of ride tall in the saddle in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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