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What is the double meaning of “takin’ this horse by the reins”?

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  • 03-11-2021

Answer:

Taking control of a previously crazy situation.

Explanation:

This is a metaphor. When a farmer takes their runaway horse by the reins, they take control. Hence why the double meaning is controlling a crazy situation as said above.

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