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In English / High School | 2014-05-28

What does "hold your horses" mean?

Asked by WinstonAcebedo594

Answer (3)

it means to wait or hold up or wait a minute

Answered by watevermoe | 2024-06-10

It means to take a step back and to calm down.

Answered by brittanycandace | 2024-06-10

'Hold your horses' means to wait or be patient, often used when someone is acting too quickly. The expression is derived from the practice of controlling horses, which were commonly used for travel. It encourages thoughtfulness before proceeding with actions.
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Answered by watevermoe | 2024-12-26