Taking (something) in (one's) stride In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "taking (something) in (one's) stride", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Kathy Cao calendar 2021-07-07 09:07

Meaning of Taking (something) in (one's) stride (redirected from take (something) in (one's) stride )

Synonyms:

Breathe a Sigh of Relief

Take (something) in (one's) stride verb phrase

If you take a problem or difficulty in your stride, you can overcome them with a calm or confident attitude without annoyance, embarrassment or upset.

When facing a challenge, I will take it in my stride . You know, worrying can't help you to solve any problem.

You have to learn how to take criticism in your stride if you want to be a famous singer.

Mary took her divorce in her stride. She was very strong and not sad at all.

Other phrases about:

To lower the boom (on someone or something)

To punish someone or something harshly 

the sweet smell of success
The pleasant experience of being successful
these things are sent to try us

This idiom is often used to express that you should accept an unpleasant situation or event because you cannot change it.

The author of your own misfortune
to be blamed because of one's own problem
you can't unring a bell

Once something has been done, you can do nothing but face the consequences.

Grammar and Usage of Take (something) in (one's) stride

Verb Forms

  • takes (something) in (one's) stride
  • taking (something) in (one's) stride
  • took (something) in (one's) stride
  • taken (something) in (one's) stride

The verb "take" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Take (something) in (one's) stride

Many sources point to the 1902 for the origin of this phrase.

The Origin Cited: english.stackexchange.com .
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