change horses in midstream
Meaning: To change plans or leaders in the middle of some action or event.
Language: English
Literally: (Already vivid in English)
Category: Daily Life
Origin: The expression connotes that trying to change horses in the middle of a stream is not a wise thing to do--it would be better to wait until one is on land.
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