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Region: General | Usage example: Wild horses couldn’t drag me away from that encore.

Wild horses couldn't drag me away

Meaning

Nothing could force me to leave something I love.

Usage

Expresses determined enjoyment or loyalty.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Horsebreaking imagery conveys unstoppable resolve.

Used in American frontier speech from the 19th century onward.