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ESLPod_1078_WE_1831 Watching Action Movies In this podcast, the phrase "to straddle the line" means to be on both sides of something, or to have characteristics of two categories, so that something cannot easily be classified as one or the other: "James' research straddles biochemistry, mathematics, and medical science." Or, "As the daughter of two immigrants, Meghdal often feels she is straddling two cultures." The verb "to straddle" means to sit or stand with one's legs on either sides of something: "At first, it was uncomfortable to straddle the large motorcycle." Or, "Women used to ride horses side-saddle, because people thought it was inappropriate, unhealthy, or unnatural for them to straddle a horse like men did." Finally, the verb "to straddle" can mean to be on both sides of something: "Our state's commerce straddles the international border."

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ESLPod 1078 to straddle the line Entertainment + Sports

Id	ESLPod_1078_WE_1831
Episode Id	ESLPod 1078
Episode Title	Watching Action Movies
Phrase	to straddle the line
Text	In this podcast, the phrase "to straddle the line" means to be on both sides of something, or to have characteristics of two categories, so that something cannot easily be classified as one or the other: "James' research straddles biochemistry, mathematics, and medical science." Or, "As the daughter of two immigrants, Meghdal often feels she is straddling two cultures." The verb "to straddle" means to sit or stand with one's legs on either sides of something: "At first, it was uncomfortable to straddle the large motorcycle." Or, "Women used to ride horses side-saddle, because people thought it was inappropriate, unhealthy, or unnatural for them to straddle a horse like men did." Finally, the verb "to straddle" can mean to be on both sides of something: "Our state's commerce straddles the international border."
Topics	Entertainment + Sports

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