Bestride (verb)

1. To straddle or sit astride something.
2. To dominate or control something.

Origin:

From be- + stride, meaning to straddle or sit astride something.

Examples:

1. The cowboy bestrode his horse.
2. He bestrode the stage with confidence.
3. The company bestrode the market in the industry.
4. She bestrode the situation with authority.
5. He bestrode the world of finance like a colossus.