骑马找马

qímǎzhǎomǎ

骑马找马 — qímǎzhǎomǎ

1. to remain in an unsatisfactory job (or relationship) while actively looking for a better one; to keep one foot in while seeking a better option

   虽然对这份工作不满意，他还是骑马找马，不肯立刻辞职。 suīrán duì zhèfèn gōngzuò bùmǎn yì tā háishì qímǎzhǎomǎ bùkěn lìkè cízhí — Although he is unhappy with the job, he stays while looking for a better one.