Another cattle-related English clichÃ© now. To âtake the bull by the hornsâ is to tackle a problem head-on, in a direct and confident manner. The phrase stems from the fact that taking a bull (a male cow) by its horns is a courageous way of dealing with it. Hereâs an example of this phrase being used:
Quick Answer. The complete life cycle of chiggers is from 40 to 70 days; the stage in which chiggers attach and feed on humans or animals lasts several days. After the larva chigger feeds, it detaches from the host to find a protected vegetated area to complete the development cycle.
The average life of a dryer is eight to 14 years. Some dryers do not last this long, and others last much longer. It is possible to find a working dryer that is more than 30 years old, but this is rare. In general, a dryer will have to be replaced at least every 15 years.