Meaning of 'Back the wrong horse'
What does the saying 'Back the wrong horse' mean?
Idiom: Back the wrong horse
Meaning:
If you back the wrong horse, you give your support to the losing side in something.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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