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to straddle
01
またがる, 跨る
to sit with one leg on either side of an object
Transitive: to straddle sth
Example
The equestrian effortlessly straddled the horse before the start of the jumping competition.
During the camping trip, the campers eagerly straddled their folding chairs around the bonfire.
While fishing, the angler skillfully was straddling the boat 's edge to maintain balance.
02
跨る, またがる
to span or extend across a particular area
Transitive: to straddle an expanse of space
Example
The highway was strategically planned to straddle the diverse landscapes.
The runway at the international airport was designed to straddle a vast expanse, accommodating various aircraft sizes.
The mountain range appeared to straddle the horizon, creating a breathtaking panorama for hikers.
03
あいまいな立場を取る, 中立な立場を取る
to adopt or maintain an ambiguous or equivocal stance about an issue
Transitive: to straddle an issue
Example
In times of social unrest, some leaders may choose to straddle the issues.
Facing a divisive policy debate, the representative chose to straddle the issue.
Recognizing the complexity of the issue, the senator decided to straddle the debate.
Straddle
01
またがること, 脚を広げる
the act of sitting or standing astride
02
ストラドル, ストラドルオプション
the option to buy or sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date; consists of an equal number of put and call options
03
ストラドル, 足を広げる姿勢
a gymnastics position where the legs are spread wide apart while seated or standing, often with the torso upright
What is a "straddle"?
A straddle is a gymnastics position where the legs are spread wide apart while keeping them straight, forming a V shape. The upper body can remain upright, lean forward, or be lifted off the ground in skills like jumps, holds, and transitions. Straddles are commonly used in leaps, handstands, and swings on various apparatuses. This position requires flexibility in the hips and legs, as well as control to maintain proper form. Gymnasts train to improve their straddle to achieve greater extension and precision in their movements.
Example
She executed a perfect straddle on the balance beam.
Gymnasts practice their straddle positions to improve flexibility and form.
She stretched her legs into a wide straddle for her routine on the parallel bars.
04
あいまいさ, 位置の曖昧
a noncommittal or equivocal position
例
The equestrian effortlessly straddled the horse before the start of the jumping competition.
During the camping trip, the campers eagerly straddled their folding chairs around the bonfire.
While fishing, the angler skillfully was straddling the boat's edge to maintain balance.
Right now, the cowboy is straddling the horse as he prepares for the rodeo event.
Last summer, the children gleefully straddled their bikes as they raced down the hill.
