straddling

verb

Meaning

To sit or stand with a leg on each side of something; to sit astride.
To be on both sides of something; to have parts that are in different places, regions, etc.
To consider or favor two apparently opposite sides; to be noncommittal.
To form a disorderly sprawl; to spread out irregularly.
To fire successive artillery shots in front of and behind of a target, especially in order to determine its range (the term "bracket" is often used instead).
To place a voluntary raise prior to receiving cards (only by the first player after the blinds).

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