Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trim-your-sails
idiomatic expression
/trɪm jʊər seɪlz/
Definition
To adjust one’s plans or actions in response to changing circumstances or conditions.
Examples
- When the market changed unexpectedly, the company had to trim its sails to remain profitable.
- After receiving feedback from the clients, the team decided to trim their sails and focus on the most requested features.
- As the weather worsened, the captain ordered the crew to trim the sails for safety.
Meaning
The phrase often conveys the idea of making necessary modifications to one’s strategies in order to achieve a goal under different situations.
Synonyms
- adjust your course
- make necessary changes
- adapt to conditions
