Understanding the Idiom "Hold Your Horses"

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In this fun story, Ida is eagerly waiting for her dad to bring home a delicious pizza. As soon as she catches a whiff of it, her excitement bubbles over, and she rushes into the kitchen. However, her dad reminds her to "hold your horses" and wash her hands before diving into the food. This idiom means to slow down or pause for a moment, emphasizing the importance of patience and preparation, especially when it comes to enjoying something special like a pizza.

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May 08, 2026

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Understanding the Idiom "Hold Your Horses"

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HOLD YOUR HORSES Ida Idiom was really hungry when her dad came home with a pizza. As soon as she smelled it, she came running into the kitchen to grab a slice, but before she could, her dad said, “Hold your horses! You need to wash your hands first!” What does the underlined idiom mean?
HOLD YOUR HORSES Slow down or wait a second