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if a lot is riding on someone, they have a lot of pressure or a burden. I think the expression is a gambling term. One might say that a lot is riding on a big bet.
Perhaps, it came from betting on horses where a lot is literally riding on a horse if one has placed a big bet on him.
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What does the idiom in the spotlight mean?
To be in the spotlight is to be the focus of a lot of attention.
What does the idiom a full plate mean?
a full schedule; a lot to do
What does the idiom 'talk a blue streak' mean?
It means talk a lot - a whole lot!
What does the idiom it looks like a record snow mean?
a lot of snow
What does the idiom riding shotgun mean?
Old stagecoaches had two people sitting on top of the carriage. One was the driver, the other carried a shotgun to defend against Indians and bandits. Riding beside the driver is riding shotgun.
What is an idiom for riding a lamb?
There isn't an idiom that means riding a lamb - people make idioms for things that are commonly seen or done, and people don't really ride lambs much.
What does the idiom 'a whole mess of' mean?
This is a Southern US saying meaning 'a whole lot of' something.
What does the idiom don't be too quick to curse your lot mean?
It's not an idiom. It means exactly what it says: "quick" means fast or rapid, "curse" means speak scathingly or angrily; "your lot" is your fate in life.
What does the idiom running off at the mouth mean?
It means to talk a lot without saying anything of value.
RFP responses idiom what does it mean?
RFP is not an idiom. It's an abbreviation.
What does the idiom what you have in mind mean?
It's not really an idiom. It means "what are you thinking about."
What does the idiom itchy nose mean?
It is not an idiom, it means your nose is itching.
