What does 'Don't look a gift horse in the mouth' mean?
Meaning: This means that if you are given something, a present or a chance, you should not waste it by being too critical or examining it too closely.
Contributor: Richard Flynn
Country: International English | Subject Area: Animals | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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