a willing horse
A person who is ready and eager to work, often someone who takes on more than their share.
a willing horse
A person who is ready and eager to work, often someone who takes on more than their share.
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"As the willing horse of the office, Dan volunteered for every extra task. Means: Dan was always ready to work and volunteered for many additional tasks."
"The willing horse often ends up carrying more than everyone else. Means: A person who readily helps may be given an unfair amount of work."
Mnemonic Trick
Picture a horse that willingly takes on every load offered to it.
Cultural Context
Less common than many everyday idioms; often used in the saying that a willing horse is worked hard or overworked.
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