Find your feet

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To become comfortable in a new situation.

It took him a while to find his feet in his new job.
Visual representation of "find your feet" - To become comfortable in a new situation

Often appears as...

  • find your feet in a new job
  • find your feet in a new city

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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New Beginnings

Used when starting something unfamiliar and gradually getting used to it.

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She's struggling now, but she'll find her feet at university soon.
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Gaining Confidence

Implies a growth in confidence as one becomes more accustomed to the situation.

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After a few lessons, you will find your feet and play the piano with ease.
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Time Factor

Suggests that the process of becoming comfortable can take some time.

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It might take a few weeks to find your feet in your new role.
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