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as in to tease
to attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults
that supervisor is always riding everyone for every little thing
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as in to hover
to rest or move along the surface of a liquid or in the air
a condor riding high in the sky
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as in transportation
a means of getting to a destination in a vehicle driven by another
an organization that provides rides for senior citizens
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Recent Examples of ride
Peter White, Deadline, 12 Feb. 2026
Nearly 84% of Eau Claire commuters drive to work, and under 5% walk, ride a bike or use public transportation.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
The pilot provides on-demand rides for people in nine different towns and transit districts.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 5 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Danny Smiechowski, a 73-year old triathlete, likes to ride his exercise bike in full view of his San Diego community.
—Peter White, Deadline, 12 Feb. 2026
Nearly 84% of Eau Claire commuters drive to work, and under 5% walk, ride a bike or use public transportation.
—Maia Pandey, jsonline.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Noun
The Hollywood Drift coaster with 360-degree rotating ride vehicles will feature a state-of-the-art ride system with first-of-its-kind innovations and technological achievements, according to Universal.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
The pilot provides on-demand rides for people in nine different towns and transit districts.
—John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 5 Feb. 2026
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Verb
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The reggaeton icon briefly teased his performance in a trailer released by Apple Music in January 2026.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
8 Feb. 2026
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Trump teased his non-prediction in a post on TikTok last week.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2026
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Don't kid yourself into thinking that claiming many new tax breaks will be simple.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
3 Feb. 2026
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Even Shelton, a two-time Grand Slam semifinalist who won his first ATP Masters 1000 title at an Alcaraz-and-Sinner-less Canadian Open last summer, didn’t kid himself about being far off the pace that the world’s two best players have set.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The latest tally marks an eight-week high and comes after a recent stretch where filings, which are considered a proxy for layoff activity, had hovered around two-year lows.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
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The service This is where Sofitel shines—attentive, multilingual staff who anticipate your needs without hovering.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Feb. 2026
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Whether Silicon Valley’s early embrace becomes an asset or a liability may depend on how voters interpret the flood of tech money — as proof of confidence in a pragmatic mayor or as a sign that the industry is trying to shape the state’s political future.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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In some states, Powerball tickets can be bought online depending on local jurisdiction.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
12 Feb. 2026
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As a result, many are struggling to access good jobs, affordable housing, reliable transportation, and positive role models for the next generation.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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But the proposal still needs support from lawmakers and critics are concerned the compromise will gut the regional transportation system’s service.—
Lilly Kersh,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But really this is just a game, a chance to taunt an opponent before his real plan kicks into gear.—
Richard Edwards,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Tensions between Black and White high school students escalate after nooses were hung from a tree to taunt Black students.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
11 Feb. 2026
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In a lighthearted Instagram video, Shepherd joked about fellow comedian and BFF Kym Whitley planning to steal memorabilia from the show’s greenroom.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Earlier on Tuesday, Benioff joked about ICE being present at an employee gathering in Las Vegas, 404 Media reported.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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This has disrupted standing deployment plans, scrambled ships to sail thousands of miles and put increasing strain on vessels and equipment that are already facing mounting maintenance issues.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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If only the Rose of Nevada were to sail again, maybe the village’s fortunes could be reversed.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Ride.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ride. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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