The word "straddle" means to straddle something, which is when you put your legs on either side of an object. It can also mean to be in a position where you are on both sides of an issue or situation.
Her work, which straddles forms of video, installation and performance, has been exhibited extensively across the UK and internationally. (bbc.co.uk)
«The Full Monty» does an excellent job of straddling between the comedy of the situation and its social importance, and never strays too much on the latter. (bullz-eye.com)
s work straddles painting and sculpture, and it nods toward both Abstract Expressionism and â?? (artinamericamagazine.com)