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ride out
/raɪd aʊt/◆phrasal verb
to endure or survive a difficult situation
The team rode out the financial crisis by cutting costs.
They managed to survive the financial crisis by reducing expenses.
informal
to endure or survive a difficult situation or period of time
The ship rode out the storm safely.
The ship survived the storm without damage.
She rode out her illness with patience.
She endured her illness calmly and patiently.
Often used in the context of enduring hardships, challenges, or difficult conditions.
informal
to travel or move through an area, especially on horseback or by vehicle
We rode out to the countryside for a picnic.
We traveled to the countryside by horseback or vehicle for a picnic.
Less common usage, often associated with travel or exploration.
Collocations
ride out a stormto survive a difficult periodride out the nightto stay awake or endure through the night
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Context Matters
The meaning of 'ride out' depends on the context. In most cases, it refers to enduring a difficult situation, but it can also mean traveling through an area.
Gold Rule
Primary Meaning
When in doubt, assume 'ride out' means to endure or survive a difficult situation.
Word Origin
From the combination of 'ride' (to travel on horseback or in a vehicle) and 'out' (to the end or completion). The phrase originally referred to traveling through an area but has evolved to mean enduring a difficult situation.
Usage Notes
The phrase is commonly used in informal contexts to describe enduring challenges or difficult periods. It can also refer to traveling through an area, though this usage is less common.
Word Breakdown
ride
to travel on horseback or in a vehicle
rootout
to the end or completion
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