The Phrase "to Ride Roughshod Over" Means? - Testpoint

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The phrase "to ride roughshod over" means?

To act with extreme caution
To dominate or treat others harshly without regard / To dominate or treat someone harshly without consideration
To travel recklessly on horseback
None of these

Explanation

“To ride roughshod over” means to ignore others’ rights, feelings, or opinions.
It suggests using power in a harsh or unfair way.
It originally comes from horses trampling things under their hooves, symbolizing force and disregard.

Last verified on 14-06-2026

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