hitch one's wagon to a star
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Definition & Meaning of "[hitch] {one's} wagon to a star"

to hitch one's wagon to a star
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to become partners with or rely on someone who is already successful so that one can achieve the same level of success

to [hitch] {one's} wagon to a star definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "hitch one's wagon to a star" and when to use it?

The phrase is believed to have originated in the 18th century, and it is thought to be derived from the practice of hitching a wagon to a horse. When a wagon was hitched to a horse, it was able to move more quickly and efficiently. In the same way, when a person is hitched to a star, they are able to achieve their goals more quickly and easily.

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The writer hoped to hitch her wagon to a star by submitting her manuscript to a top publishing house.
The successful CEO hitched her wagon to a star early in her career by partnering with a well-known industry leader.
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