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no horse run

(Singapore, colloquial) Exceptionally good.

ˈno ˈhɔːs ˈɹʌnDocumented since 1990s1990sMillennialhistorical152 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026Global

(Singapore, colloquial) Exceptionally good.

Origin: , originally used within the context of horse racing to describe a competitor far ahead in the field. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
For parents

No horse run means: Exceptionally good.. It is mainly Singaporean English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

For ESL learners

no horse run means: Exceptionally good.. Register: informal, Singapore English. Often not understood outside its region; gloss the word on first use when writing for an international audience. Common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; always check the context before producing it yourself. A formal-English equivalent (a synonym or descriptive phrase) is usually safer in writing. When in doubt, paraphrase rather than reuse the slang form.

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No horse run means: Exceptionally good.. It is mainly Singaporean English and may not be understood outside that context. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.

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