Перевод слова "See which way the cat jump"

see which way the cat jumps

/sˈiː wˌɪtʃ wˈeɪ ðə kˈat dʒˈʌmps/

/sˈiː wˌɪtʃ wˈeɪ ðə kˈæt dʒˈʌmps/

to see which way the cat jumps

ФРАЗА

воздерживаться от принятия решения или каких-либо действий до тех пор, пока не будет получено больше данных о ситуации или о том, как она развивается

to refrain from making a decision or taking any action until one acquires more data on the situation or how it develops

to [see] which way the cat [jumps] definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "see which way the cat jumps" and when to use it?

The idiom "see which way the cat jumps" has its origins in observing the behavior of a cat, which is known for being unpredictable and independent. Figuratively, the phrase is used to describe a situation where one is waiting or observing before making a decision, in order to gauge the actions or intentions of others involved.