in stride

phrase

1
: without interference with regular activities
2
: without emotional reaction
took the news in stride

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In the first 34 seconds, Pietra Tordin’s perfectly-weight pass hit Sophia Wilson in stride for the opening goal on a long-through ball and proceeded to place it home with her left foot. — ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026 In separate interviews with The Sacramento Bee before Wednesday’s game, both appeared to be taking Kotsay’s advice in stride. — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026 Tyler Hubbard's wife took fishhook situation in stride The Hubbard family didn't let the fishhook situation get them down. — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 28 July 2026 Reese hit her in stride, and the Storm sophomore threw it down. — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in stride

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in strict/strictest confidence
in stride
in striking contrast to/with
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“In stride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20stride. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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