All Ears English Podcast AEE 1238: Quit Horsing Around and Listen Today!
Oct 7, 2019
Dive into the world of horse-related idioms and expressions! Discover the quirky meanings behind phrases like 'charley horse' and 'straight from the horse's mouth.' Enjoy playful anecdotes that illustrate how these idioms enrich everyday conversation. Listen to nostalgic stories of horseback riding adventures around the globe, highlighting the charm of these expressions across cultures. Plus, there's a call for listener engagement to share personal experiences with horses and language!
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Horseback Riding Experiences
- Michelle and Lindsay discuss their childhood experiences with horseback riding.
- Lindsay almost got thrown from a horse in Nicaragua.
Prevalence of Horse Idioms
- The hosts noticed a surprising abundance of horse idioms in American English.
- This led them to dedicate an episode to exploring these idioms.
Using "Hold Your Horses"
- Use "Hold your horses" to tell someone to wait or be patient.
- This idiom is informal and best used with close friends or children.