Sit tall in the/(one's) saddle In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "sit tall in the/(one's) saddle", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jenne Phuong calendar 2021-11-19 05:11

Meaning of Sit tall in the/(one's) saddle

Synonyms:

keep one's cool

Variants:

ride tall in the/(one's) saddle

Sit tall in the/(one's) saddle verb phrase

The verb "ride" can substitute for the verb "sit".

To act or conduct oneself in an imposing, impressive, resolute, or manly manner or composure

The warrior still sat tall in his saddle after being defeated by the enemy.

He still sat tall in his saddle in the face of their aggressive threats.

Other phrases about:

forget (one's) manners

To behave rudely or impolitely

slip (one) five

1. To hold (one) hand and move it up and down.

2. To give (one) a high five.

air of pretentiousness

Someone makes an attempt to seem more important, more intelligent, or of a higher class than you really are, usually through their manner, affectation, appearance, or behavior.

La-di-da
Used to describe action or behaviour of someone who pretends to come from a higher social class
good/bad form

Good form is behavior or actions that are socially appropriate while bad form is rude or inappropriate behavior or actions.

Grammar and Usage of Sit tall in the/(one's) saddle

Verb Forms

  • to sit tall in the/(one's) saddle
  • sat tall in the/(one's) saddle
  • sitting tall in the/(one's) saddle
  • sits tall in the/(one's) saddle

The verb “sit" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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