rid·ing
1
: used for or when riding
a riding horse
riding boots
2
: operated by a rider
a riding mower
1
: one of the three administrative jurisdictions into which Yorkshire, England, was formerly divided
2
: an administrative jurisdiction or electoral district in a British dominion (such as Canada)
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Scott Bay, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Nov. 2024
On the other hand, given the brand’s truly iconic history building V-twin engines for competition motorsport and road riding alike, the return of a high-performing and lightweight two-cylinder engine fits well into a vision for the future of Rosso Corsa motorcycling.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
At the beginning of our test week, riders sifted through the boot pile, hunting for a pair that fit both their foot size and shape as well as their preferred style of riding (all-mountain, freestyle, freeride, etc.) and skill level (ranging from intermediate to expert).
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024
Leather riding boots and a leather midi skirt are an unexpectedly chic (and warm) combination for the colder months ahead.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2024
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For an additional $10, adults can purchase the all-day for a full 12 hours of riding.
—Scott Bay, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Nov. 2024
On the other hand, given the brand’s truly iconic history building V-twin engines for competition motorsport and road riding alike, the return of a high-performing and lightweight two-cylinder engine fits well into a vision for the future of Rosso Corsa motorcycling.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
At the beginning of our test week, riders sifted through the boot pile, hunting for a pair that fit both their foot size and shape as well as their preferred style of riding (all-mountain, freestyle, freeride, etc.) and skill level (ranging from intermediate to expert).
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 9 Oct. 2024
Leather riding boots and a leather midi skirt are an unexpectedly chic (and warm) combination for the colder months ahead.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Riding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riding. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.
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