ride herd on

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: to keep a check on : supervise

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Berson, who succeeded longtime CBS Sports boss Sean McManus upon his retirement in April 2024, will ride herd on the combined CBS and TNT Sports portfolios. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 5 Oct. 2026 Why can’t our alderwoman ride herd on this chronic disruptive disorganization on behalf of her constituents? — Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026

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“Ride herd on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ride%20herd%20on. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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