takes something in one's stride

A form of take something in one's stride — Not to allow oneself to be set back, daunted, upset or embarrassed by unpleasant or undesirable circumstances.

Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of take something in one's stride
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APA

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Chicago

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