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free ride

An opportunity or benefit which has no cost, especially one enjoyed or undertaken at the expense of others.

full ride

A scholarship that covers all tuition, and in some cases fees or other educational and living expenses as well.

go along for the ride

To accompany someone in a passive manner, or to take a relatively passive or detached role in a project or group activity.

ride down

To cause (a horse) to fall when riding.

ride hard and put away wet

To mistreat (someone or something); to not properly care for.

ride herd on

To supervise.

ride high

To enjoy good fortune; to be in a privileged situation; to be particularly happy or proud.

ride off into the sunset

To depart and fade into obscurity.