Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hold your horses
idiom
/hoʊld jɔːr hɔːrsɪz/
Definition
A phrase used to tell someone to be patient or to wait.
Examples
- “I know you’re excited about the trip, but hold your horses until we get more information.”
- “Before you rush into that decision, hold your horses and consider all your options.”
Meaning
It means to stop and think before taking action, often used to urge caution.
Synonyms
- “wait a minute”
- “take it easy”
- “slow down”
