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Antonym of Astride

Definition: The opposite of being astride; not straddling or sitting with legs on either side.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense: Contrary Position

Usage:

• She sat gracefully with her legs together, not astride.
• He crossed his legs, not astride the chair, as he began to speak.

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sense: Lacking Straddling

Usage:

• He walked along the narrow beam on the high wire carefully, making sure not to be astride.
• The acrobat leaped across the gap, landing solidly on the other side, deliberately avoiding being astride.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Non-straddling Posture

Usage:

• The equestrian demonstrated a new riding technique, maintaining a balanced and elegant non-astride style.
• Children usually attempt to sit non-astride on small chairs.

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