Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hitch-your-wagon-to-someone

idiom

/hɪtʃ jɔːr ˈwæɡən tuː ˈsʌmwʌn/

Definition

To align oneself with a person or a group in the hope that it will lead to success.

Examples

Many entrepreneurs hitch their wagon to successful investors to get their startups off the ground.
If you want to succeed in this industry, you should hitch your wagon to experienced professionals.

Meaning

This phrase suggests attaching your future or ambitions to another person’s capabilities or potential, often with the expectation that they will help you achieve your goals.