Meaning of striding?

[Boldik]

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #66 "Synonyms for walk", question 4

Stop ......... up and down like this! Are you nervous?

(a) strolling
(b) pacing
(c) striding
(d) wandering

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #66 "Synonyms for walk", answer 4

Stop pacing up and down like this! Are you nervous?

Correct answer: (b) pacing
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what is the meaning of striding?

Boldik

[Alan]

Hi Boldik,

The verb stride means walk with large steps and do this in a purposeful manner.

Alan
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[Saneta]

what does ,,pace up and down '' mean? thanks!