The idiom "you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink" means that you can provide someone with an opportunity or resources to do something, but you cannot force them to take advantage of it. It is often used to describe situations where you have done everything you can to help someone, but they still refuse to take action or make use of the resources provided.
For example, imagine you have a friend who is struggling with their studies. You offer to tutor them, provide them with study materials, and even offer to help them with their homework. However, despite all your efforts, they still do not improve their grades. In this situation, you could say "I tried to help my friend with their studies, but you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink."
In other words, you can provide all the resources and opportunities in the world, but ultimately it is up to the individual to take advantage of them. This idiom is a reminder that we cannot control others' actions, and that sometimes despite our best efforts, people may not take advantage of the opportunities we provide.
• The government provided free education for all, but not everyone takes advantage of it. You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink.
• My brother always complains about his grades, but when I suggest he study more, he never does. You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink.
• My boss gave me all the tools I need to improve my work, but she can't make me more productive. You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink.
• The doctor told the patient to quit smoking for their health, but they continued to smoke. You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink.
• The company offered a training program to help employees learn new skills, but some chose not to participate. You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make it drink.
• You can tell your friend to go to the gym, but you can't make them exercise.