What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
straddling
Example
The cowboy was straddling his horse, ready to ride. [straddling: verb]
Example
She found herself straddling two different career paths and couldn't decide which one to choose. [straddling: present participle]
Example
The CEO was straddling the company's finances and making important decisions. [straddling: gerund]
bestride
Example
He bestrode his motorcycle and revved the engine. [bestrode: past tense]
Example
The athlete bestrode the competition and won the gold medal. [bestrode: past participle]
Example
She bestrode the situation with confidence and made the necessary decisions. [bestrode: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Straddling is more commonly used than bestride in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between straddling and bestride?
Bestride is more formal than straddling, making it more appropriate for formal writing or speech.
