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saddle

[sad-l] / ˈsæd l /
NOUN
seat on horse
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For years, Surf City conservatives like Gates have reveled in playing the burr in the saddle of deep blue California.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

For companies, the smaller deals are less risky than huge outlays that can saddle acquirers with big debt loads.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

The concern is that these could deplete Oracle’s free cash flow and saddle the company with debt.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

"Primoz is hard to read, he's always in the saddle," said Pidcock.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Taran leaped to Melyngar’s saddle and pulled Eilonwy up behind him.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander




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