How to pronounce “make hay while the sun shines”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (idiomatic) To act while an opportunity exists; to take action while a situation is favorable.
• (literal, agriculture) To make hay during favourable (dry) weather.

Practice Nearby Words

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