ride tall in the saddle

ride tall in the saddle
a) To ride a horse in an erect, imposing manner.

His son noted Buckley had died "with his boots on, after a lifetime of riding pretty tall in the saddle."

b) To act or conduct oneself in a manner that is imposing, impressive, resolute, or manly.

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