horse sense
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horse senses
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常识, 实际判断力
a person's ability to make good judgments and behave sensibly
The origin of the idiom "horse sense" can be traced back to the early 19th century in the United States. It refers to the practical wisdom and common-sense knowledge that one might attribute to a horse – a seemingly simple and straightforward animal. This expression is used to describe someone who has a practical and sensible approach to solving problems or making decisions. It implies that the person possesses a down-to-earth, straightforward, and intuitive understanding of what is right or sensible.
- He may not have a college degree, but he's got plenty of horse sense.
他可能没有大学学位，但他有很多常识。
- In times of crisis, it's important to rely on your horse sense.
在危机时刻，依靠你的常识很重要。
- Common sense is just another term for horse sense.
常识只是实际判断力的另一个术语。
- She has a lot of horse sense when it comes to managing her finances.
在管理财务方面，她有很多常识。
- Sometimes, all you need is a little horse sense to find a solution.
有时候，你所需要的只是一点常识来找到解决方案。