measure the drapes

Meaning: (idiomatic)To makeprematureorunwarrantedpreparationsforvictory, especiallyelectiontopublic office.1988October 15,New York Times:While Republicans like Gov. Michael Castle of Delaware exulted that "I think Bush can startmeasuring the curtainsfor the White House," the mood among Democrats was somber.

Examples:

EN: So you were just gonna sneak him in so he could, uh, what, measure the drapes?
ES: Así que lo ibas a colar para que pudiera, eh, qué, medir las cortinas?
ID: Jadi kau selinapkan dia agar dia bisa, apa, mengukur tirai?

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