Change horses in midstream meaning
What does the saying 'Change horses in midstream' mean?
Idiom: Change horses in midstream
Meaning:
If people change horses in midstream, they change plans or leaders when they are in the middle of something, even though it may be very risky to do so.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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