hitch one's wagon to
to rely on (someone or something) for success
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He hitched his wagon to a successful new company.”
“The young politician decided to hitch his wagon to the party leader, hoping to gain more influence in the government.”
“By hitching his wagon to the rising star of the tech industry, the investor ensured his own financial future would be tied to the company's eventual success.”
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.
Last updated August 10, 2026