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by American idle on December 21st, 2007
Things are usually not as complex as most people think, or, don't think too much into something.
by VSPrasad on December 21st, 2007
If you hear hoof beats, look for horses, not zebras
http://thinkexist.com/quotation/if_you_hear_hoof_beats-look_for_horses-not/158593.html
"If you hear hoof beats, think horses—not zebras" is an adage popular in medical schools. This phrase sums up the philosophy that it is generally more productive to look for common rather than exotic causes for disease. However, for the more than 25 million Americans who suffer from an "orphan" disorder (affecting fewer than 200,000 people) just getting a diagnosis can be a heroic undertaking. In a system designed for horses, being a zebra can be lonely, confusing, and frustrating.
http://www.pcdfoundation.org/aboutus2/thinkzebras.htm
by Midgardsormr on December 21st, 2007
It's a rephrase of Occam's Razor: All other things being equal, the simplest answer is usually the best.
by Meg is exhausted on December 21st, 2007
Sometimes the best answer is the most obvious one. Don't go looking for the most exotic explanation when the most everyday will do.
by Mr n Mrs M... on December 21st, 2007
Probably means your not in Africa.
by King of Sexytown on February 8th, 2008
I have never heard this expression but it made me laugh cos I overthink things all the time!! Points for making me laugh. Happy Friday!!
by oldmanuk on December 21st, 2007
Zebra aint shoed(wild animal) as are horses?
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