[Idiom] STRAIGHT FROM THE HORSE'S MOUTH. - Get Reliable Information: Understanding First-Hand Knowledge

Directly from the source.

Getting it "Straight from the horse's mouth" means receiving information directly from the most reliable source or original source, without any distortions. Historically, examining a horse’s teeth was a way to learn its age and health directly, thus this idiom emphasizes direct or firsthand authenticity.

Example Sentences

1. I heard it straight from the horse's mouth.

   It means receiving information directly from a reliable or authoritative source.

2. She got the information straight from the horse's mouth.

   It signifies she got the information directly from a trustworthy or crucial source.

3. You can trust this news; it's straight from the horse's mouth.

   It indicates that the news can be trusted because it came from a reliable source.