Definition of “Ride”

Ride (noun/verb):

1. As a noun:
   • A journey or trip, especially in a vehicle or on horseback:
     • Example: “We took a long ride through the countryside.”
   • An amusement or pleasure ride, typically at a fairground or amusement park:
     • Example: “The kids enjoyed the roller coaster ride.”
   • The quality or manner in which a vehicle moves or performs:
     • Example: “The car has a smooth ride.”
2. As a verb:
   • To sit on and control the movement of (a horse, bicycle, motorcycle, etc.):
     • Example: “She loves to ride her bike in the park.”
   • To travel in or on a vehicle or animal:
     • Example: “We rode the subway to downtown.”
   • To be carried or supported by something moving beneath:
     • Example: “He rode the waves on his surfboard.”

Prepositions Used with “Ride”

• Ride in: Used to indicate traveling inside a vehicle.
  • Example: “They rode in a taxi to the airport.”
• Ride on: Used to indicate sitting on or being supported by something moving.
  • Example: “He rode on the back of his father’s motorcycle.”
• Ride to: Used to indicate the destination or purpose of traveling.
  • Example: “We rode to the beach for a day of surfing.”

Collocations with “Ride”

• Amusement ride
• Joy ride
• Bike ride
• Car ride
• Horse ride
• Boat ride
• Fairground ride
• Train ride
• Roller coaster ride
• Pleasure ride
• Smooth ride
• Bumpy ride
• Wild ride
• Ride-sharing
• Ride-hailing

Example Sentences

1. We took a ride on the Ferris wheel at the carnival.
2. She enjoys going for long bike rides on the weekends.
3. The horseback ride through the mountains was breathtaking.
4. They went for a boat ride on the lake.
5. The kids screamed with excitement on the amusement park ride.
6. He offered me a ride home after the party.
7. She rode her horse in the competition last weekend.
8. We rode the subway to get to the museum.
9. The roller coaster ride was thrilling but scary.
10. He gave his little sister a piggyback ride around the yard.
11. The car ride to the airport was smooth and comfortable.
12. She rode shotgun while her friend drove to the concert.
13. The motorcycle ride along the coastal highway was exhilarating.
14. They went for a train ride across the country.
15. He enjoyed the sled ride down the snowy hill.
16. We rode the elevator to the top floor of the skyscraper.
17. She rode the mechanical bull at the rodeo.
18. They took a ride on the riverboat during their vacation.
19. The amusement park offers various rides for all ages.
20. He gave his dog a ride in the back of his pickup truck.
21. They went for a joy ride in his father’s vintage car.
22. She rode her bike to school every day.
23. The kids begged their parents for another ride on the carousel.
24. We took a horse-drawn carriage ride through the old town.
25. He rode his skateboard down the steep hill.
26. The tour guide led us on a trolley ride through the historic district.
27. She went for a midnight horseback ride under the full moon.
28. We went for a helicopter ride over the city skyline.
29. He rode his scooter to the grocery store.
30. The amusement park ride had a long line of excited visitors.
31. They rode the ski lift to the top of the mountain.
32. She enjoyed the bumpy camel ride in the desert.
33. The taxi ride to the restaurant was quick and efficient.
34. He rode the mechanical surfboard at the beach party.
35. We went for a carriage ride in Central Park.
36. She rode her horse along the forest trail.
37. They rode the gondola up to the ski resort.
38. He took his grandson for a pony ride at the petting zoo.
39. The boat ride offered stunning views of the coastline.
40. She went for a bike ride along the riverbank.
41. They rode the shuttle bus to the airport terminal.
42. He rode his motorcycle through the winding mountain roads.
43. We took a ride on the water slide at the water park.
44. She enjoys a leisurely horse ride on weekends.
45. The kids had a thrilling ride on the roller coaster.
46. He rode the subway to work every morning.
47. They went for a sleigh ride in the snowy forest.
48. She gave her friends a tour of the city by carriage ride.
49. He took his daughter for a pony ride at the birthday party.
50. They rode the double-decker bus around the city to see the sights.