Idiom: find one's feet
Meaning
Idiom: find one's feet
- to become used to or familiar with a new situation or place
Example sentences
— It can take months to find your feet in a big city like New York.
— We're really pleased the new accountant found his feet in just two weeks.
— I never found my feet in Los Angeles and moved back to Oklahoma after a year.
— I was surprised how little time we needed to find your feet when we moved to Mexico.
— Have you found your feet at your new job yet?
— Patients who have gastric sleeve surgery need support to ensure they find their feet after surgery.
— Our guidance counselors work hard to help students find their feet as they transition from high-school to college.
Synonyms
- accustom oneself to something
- get accustomed to
- settle down
- settle in
- get into one's stride
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