| Phrase/Idiom | lock the barn door after the horse has bolted |
|---|---|
| Definition | This idiom means to take precautions after damage has occurred. |
| Example | After the burglary they installed the latest alarm system. There’s no additional need to lock the barn door after the horse has bolted. |
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