What are the definitions of “ride on”?
Learn how to use these expressions through these examples
- 1Depend on.
His reputation is RIDING ON this deal working out.
What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “ride on”?
The most common meaning of the phrasal verb ride on is to depend on something or someone. It means that the success or failure of a situation relies on a particular factor or person.
What are the different verb forms of “ride on”?
| Root Verb | ride on |
| Third Person Singular Present | rides on |
| Present Participle | riding on |
| Simple Past | rode on |
| Past Participle | ridden on |
Example
The success of the project rides on the team's hard work.
Example
Her promotion rides on the outcome of the meeting.
Example
There is a lot riding on the results of the election.
Example
The success of the event rode on the weather.
Example
The outcome of the game had ridden on the final play.
What kind of phrasal verb is “ride on”?
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)
Intransitive verb
“ride on” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.
Example
The success of the project rides on the team's hard work.
Example
Her promotion rides on the outcome of the meeting.
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.
Inseparable
“ride on” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.
Example
The success of the project rides on the team's hard work.
Example
Her promotion rides on the outcome of the meeting.
What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “ride on”?
Ride on someone's coattails
To benefit from someone else's success or popularity.
Example
He managed to ride on his brother's coattails and get a job at the prestigious company.
Ride on the wave
To take advantage of a popular trend or movement.
Example
The new restaurant rides on the wave of the healthy eating trend.
Good things to know
Does “ride on” have an informal or formal tone?
Ride on is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is appropriate for everyday conversations, as well as more formal settings, such as business meetings or academic discussions.
What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “ride on”?
Synonyms
- depend on
- rely on
- hinge on
- rest on
- hang on
- be contingent on
Antonyms
- disregard
- independent
- unrelated
- unaffected
- ignore
