Meaning of the word "while the grass grows, the horse starves" in English
What does "while the grass grows, the horse starves" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
while the grass grows, the horse starves
US /waɪl ðə ɡræs ɡroʊz, ðə hɔːrs stɑːrvz/
UK /waɪl ðə ɡrɑːs ɡrəʊz, ðə hɔːs stɑːvz/
Idiom
used to warn that while one is waiting for a long-term solution or improvement, the current situation may become desperate or fatal
Example:
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The government is promising relief next year, but while the grass grows, the horse starves.
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We need immediate action; while the grass grows, the horse starves.