in harness
The idiom "in harness" originates from the practice of yoking horses together to pull a cart, symbolizing teamwork and routine work.
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Definition
B2Work
(informal)Actively engaged in one's job or responsibilities.
Example
- Despite his illness, he's determined to continue in harness.
B2Collaboration
(informal)Working together with someone else, often as cooperating partners.
Example
- Joe and I worked in harness on our last job.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in harness":
in leashin gearin tandemon the tackin towin handin stridein irons