strode

[strohd] / stroʊd /

VERB

walk purposefully

Synonyms

STRONGEST

stalk stomp traipse tramp

STRONG

clump drill march pace parade pound stamp stump

WEAK

striddle tromp

Example Sentences

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Fast forward to Monday, when Son strode out of a black Mercedes at the Élysée Palace to be fêted by Emmanuel Macron—the fourth world leader to publicly host him in the past two years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

After summoning the White House press pool, Trump strode to a podium bearing the presidential seal and, unprompted, declared that the “lies” linking her to Jeffrey Epstein had to end.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Harper strode towards the centre of the 19th-Century grand hall, buoyed by her travelling Yorkshire faithful.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

As she strode through the lobby of the Dolby Theatre pre-show, Jessie Buckley, nominated for lead actress for her role in “Hamnet,” was fanned with praise by other attendees.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

He gave her an indifferent peck on the cheek and strode out of the room.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood