High horse Meaning in English
expression
परिभाषा
If you are on your high horse, you act as if you are better, smarter, or more important than others. It describes behaving in an arrogant or condescending way.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
This expression is informal and often used to gently criticize someone for acting snobbish or self-righteous. It usually appears as 'get off your high horse' (stop being arrogant) and rarely refers to an actual horse. Use with care to avoid rude tone.
उदाहरण वाक्य
Stop being on your high horse and listen to what others are saying.
basic
He always talks to us from his high horse.
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You need to get off your high horse and help the team.
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Whenever Sarah argues, she gets on her high horse and refuses to see anyone else's point of view.
natural
People wish he’d come down from his high horse and admit he makes mistakes too.
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Okay, get off your high horse—nobody's perfect here.
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