Own the runway (5)

I believe the answer is:

strut

(Other definitions for strut that I've seen before include "(Walk with) a stiff pompous gait" , "Rigid support" , "Strengthening bar" , "Walk with a lofty proud gait" , "Walk arrogantly" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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