Ride a tiger In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "ride a tiger", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Katie Anh

2021-11-15 10:11

Ride a tiger idiom spoken language

The idiom originated from China.

To do something that can be risky if you give it up.

I know we are riding a tiger when following this route, but it's too late to go back, so keep moving forward.

I feel like I'm riding a tiger when signing this multi-million dollar contract.

A: Are you crazy? I can't believe you invest your money into such a company that is on the verge of bankruptcy. B: I know, I'm riding a tiger.

Everyone knows that James is a bad investor, but you still collaborate with him. You're riding a tiger.

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