Ride the Bench is a phrase used to describe someone who is not actively participating in an activity, such as a sport or game. It is usually used to refer to someone who is sitting on the sidelines and not playing. The term can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is not actively involved in a project or task. The crossword solutions for Ride the Bench are SIT, which is a three-letter word meaning to rest or remain in one place.