tall in the saddle

burr in one's saddle

Synonym of bee in one's bonnet.

cut down the tall poppy

To belittle or undermine someone who is perceived as superior or more successful and accomplished.

put the saddle on the right horse

To assign praise or blame where it is properly due.

ride tall in the saddle

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

saddle tramp

In the Old West, a person who wanders from place to place on horseback.

stand tall

To behave in a brave, proud, or unyielding manner, without retreating from confrontation, danger, or adversity.

tall order

A big job; a difficult challenge.

tall story

Synonym of tall tale (“a tale or story which is fantastic and greatly exaggerated; also, an account of questionable veracity; a lie, an untruth”).