back the right horse
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"[back] the right horse" এর সংজ্ঞা এবং অর্থ

to back the right horse
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সঠিক ব্যক্তিকে সমর্থন করা

to support someone who will later bring one profit by achieving success

What is the origin of the idiom "back the right horse" and when to use it?

The idiom "back the right horse" originated in horse racing in the late 19th century. When betting on horses, it was important to support the contender most likely to win a race. Over time, the term took on a broader meaning to describe supporting or promoting the most favorable option in any situation.

back the wrong horse
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"[back] the wrong horse" এর সংজ্ঞা এবং অর্থ

to back the wrong horse
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ভুল ব্যক্তিকে সমর্থন করা

to support someone who has very little or no chance of success

What is the origin of the idiom "back the wrong horse" and when to use it?

The idiom "back the wrong horse" also originated in horse racing, where picking an underdog or lesser competitor to win a race could result in losing one's bet. Dating back to the late 1800s, the expression is now used to indicate supporting or endorsing someone or something that is very unlikely to succeed.

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I'm confident this treatment plan will work, so as her doctor I'm backing the right horse and recommending she try it.
By choosing the reputable contractor for the home renovation, I think we backed the right horse for a high-quality job.
By investing in renewable technology early, that company really backed the right horse for future growth.
It seems like the new candidate has the best chance of winning, so I'm going to back the right horse and vote for her.
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