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Home > Reference > Idioms > See which way the cat jumps

Idiom: See which way the cat jumps

Idiom Definition

Australian English

Meaning:

If you see which way the cat jumps, you postpone making a decision or acting until you have seen how things are developing.

Category:

Animals

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Contributed By: Ilyas lodhi

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