find your feet (to become familiar with a new situation or experience) It will take you a while to find your feet in this new job. I just recently joined the company, so I’m still finding my feet. envocabulary.com
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tamper (to touch or make changes to something without permission in a way that causes damage or harm) Someone has entered the room and tampered with my computer. If you try to tamper with this package, Mom will be furious. temper (a state of mind; mood or humor) You …
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sail (travel by water) We sailed from Naples to Boston. The ship sailed under the Golden Gate Bridge. sale (the act of selling something) The sale of marijuana is prohibited here. We would prefer to lower the price rather than lose the sale. envocabulary.com
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slip into (to put on a piece of clothing quickly) I’ll go home and slip into something a little more comfortable. She slipped into bed after slipping into her nightgown. envocabulary.com
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dress down (dress in a way that is informal) Employees were allowed to dress down in their offices on Friday. He dressed down in jeans and a T-shirt for the occasion. envocabulary.com
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