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The phrase "a few strides" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a short distance or a small number of steps taken, often in a physical or metaphorical sense.
Example: "After taking a few strides down the path, she noticed the beautiful flowers blooming along the way."
Alternatives: "a short distance" or "a couple of steps".
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Again, Hamelin found the smallest of holes, this time just a few strides from the wire.
But he strained the hamstring a few strides before reaching first base.
He quickly sent it to Dawes, who just as quickly took a few strides and shot.
Mr. Brûlé also masterminded the 26 fliers on display on the wall a few strides past the packing station.
He skated a few strides and told his pal, "Get off the net so we can celebrate".
A few strides up this aristocratic street you'll reach elegant Palazzo Salimbeni (23) – complete with caterpillar plaque.
It was very tight and I thought I was beat for a few strides but he stuck his head out.
Then a marvellous turnaround: within a few strides Paula regained the lead, then accelerated away to win by a street.
Trocaire jumped, sailing smoothly over a low-slung cross rail and, a few strides later, over a straight rail.
"He had a few strides to decide if the horse was in trouble or should he persevere.
A few strides later I was there, standing in front of Luci, the ancient owner of the place.
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