take time by the forelock

Other forms: taking time by the forelock; taken time by the forelock; took time by the forelock; takes time by the forelock

Definitions of take time by the forelock
  1. verb
    act quickly and decisively; not let slip an opportunity
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    type of:
    act, move
    perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
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