This Spanish slang phrase 'andar con las riendas colgando' is used to describe someone who is acting carelessly, without any control or discipline. It's a metaphorical phrase that alludes to the image of a horse rider who has let go of the reins, allowing the horse to go wherever it wants.
Examples
- Spanish: Últimamente, Juan anda con las riendas colgando, sale todas las noches y no se preocupa por sus responsabilidades.
- English: Lately, Juan has been acting with the reins hanging, going out every night and not worrying about his responsibilities.