🎯 Pin One’s Hopes On: Betting the Farm on Fate 🌈
“Pin one’s hopes on” encapsulates the quintessential act of putting all your eggs in one basket, hoping that one thing or person will bring success or relief to a particular situation.
Definition
To rely on someone or something with great expectations or hopes.
Synonyms
- Bank on
- Count on
- Bet on
- Lean on
- Rely on
Antonyms
- Distrust
- Disregard
- Ignore
- Neglect
Humor-Filled Quotes
- “Hoping for Vegas but preparing for Bingo night.”
- “When you pin your hopes on a fried ice cream diet.”
Related Expressions
- Hang one’s hat on
- Put one’s faith in
- Pin your dreams on
Proverb
- “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.”
Literature Suggestions
- “The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green – The essence of hope pinned on love amidst dire circumstances.
- “Great Expectations” by Charles Dickens – A tale of hope pinned on the prospect of a better, wealthier future.
Song & Movie
- “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor – A classic anthem pinning hopes on grit and determination.
- “Forrest Gump” – A masterpiece where several lifetimes worth of hopes and dreams unfold.
### Which of these is a related idiom to "pin one’s hopes on"?
- [x] Bank on it
- [ ] Swim with the jellyfish
- [ ] Juggle with jellybeans
- [ ] Drive under the influence…of cheese
> **Explanation:** "Bank on it" is an idiom very much in line with "pin one's hopes on," signifying reliance on something with confidence.
### Which phrase means to count on something happening?
- [x] Put your eggs in one basket
- [ ] Sweep the floor with unicorns
- [ ] Fly under the radar with penguins
- [ ] Mix strawberries with bananas
> **Explanation:** "Put your eggs in one basket" suggests placing all your hopes or resources in a single venture.
### True or False: 'Pin your dreams on' means to rely heavily on one hope or idea.
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** Absolutely true! "Pin your dreams on" signifies placing one's highest hopes on a single outcome or person.
### The phrase 'Don't count your chickens before they hatch' is advising against:
- [ ] Taking up poultry farming willingly
- [ ] Pre-ordering concerts tickets
- [x] Making plans based on future gains
- [ ] Wearing fancy hats
> **Explanation:** "Don’t count your chickens before they hatch" cautions against making plans based on assumed future achievements.
Until next time, remember: hopes are light and dreams are high, but keep your wings strong and your eyes on the sky.
Happy hoping,
I. M. Hopeful
