stride

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Bath, who were playing a knockout tie at home for the first time in this competition since 2002, were disrupted at the set-piece and put off their stride by Saracens throughout the first half.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

With the battle to qualify for Europe looking likely to go down to the wire, Russo has hit her league goalscoring stride at the perfect time.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

But they hit their stride with 2022’s “The Death of Peace of Mind,” which melded a Weeknd-worthy R&B falsetto with rotted, churning guitars and tasteful electronics.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Kristen Kukta, 42 years old, a Camp Bow Wow customer, took the price increase in stride.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

“I’m sorry,” I say, falling into stride beside him.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen