Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Patience Is a Virtue So Hold Your Horses

.....….hold your horses……

Exercise patience or hold your horses. This expression means that you might be rushing into something and you might make a mistake.

Example: If you don’t hold your horses, you might get hurt.
My father made a big mistake because he rushed into a deal too quickly. My mother should have told him to hold his horses, but she was out shopping.

Synonyms for the Day

Some new synonyms – hurt, harm, tarnish, damage

Examples: You will hurt yourself if you drive carelessly.
My grandmother damaged the car in an accident.
The football player will harm his arm if he throws too much.
He tarnished his reputation when he was arrested.

Regards,
Barbara92106
www.languagecommunicator.com

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