Sekirov Dictionary

ride tall in the saddle

verb2

To ride a horse in an erect, imposing manner.
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To act or conduct oneself in a manner that is imposing, impressive, resolute, or manly.
- His son noted Buckley had died "with his boots on, after a lifetime of riding pretty tall in the saddle." — 2008

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rode tall in the saddle · ridden tall in the saddle · riding tall in the saddle · rides tall in the saddle

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