gift horse (Meaning)

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gift horse (n)

a gift (usually of inferior quality) that should be accepted uncritically

Synonyms & Antonyms of gift horse

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gift horse Sentence Examples

  1. My grandmother's antique clock was a treasured gift horse, passed down through generations.
  2. The unexpected promotion was a gift horse, but I couldn't shake the feeling of unease.
  3. While a gift horse should not be looked in the mouth, it's important to examine its motives carefully.
  4. The lottery winnings were a gift horse that came with a heavy burden of responsibility.
  5. The stranger's offer to help me find my lost dog seemed like a gift horse, but I had my suspicions.
  6. The politician's promises were like gift horses, beautiful but potentially deceptive.
  7. The free vacation to an exotic island was a gift horse that I hesitated to accept, knowing the potential drawbacks.
  8. The unexpected inheritance was a gift horse that required me to re-evaluate my financial plans.
  9. The mentor I had always admired reaching out to me was a gift horse that I couldn't pass up.
  10. The refurbished vintage car was a gift horse that brought me immense joy and a touch of nostalgia.

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a gift (usually of inferior quality) that should be accepted uncritically

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

My grandmother's antique clock was a treasured gift horse, passed down through generations.

The unexpected promotion was a gift horse, but I couldn't shake the feeling of unease.

While a gift horse should not be looked in the mouth, it's important to examine its motives carefully.

The lottery winnings were a gift horse that came with a heavy burden of responsibility.