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DictionarySeefishlike a fish out of water
be like a fish out of waterTo feel uncomfortable in a new environment. When Carla transferred to a new school, she was like a fish out of water because she didn't know anyone there. Marie was like a fish out of water when she assumed a manger position at the company where she had worked as a clerk for so long.See also: fish, like, of, out, waterlike a fish out of waterFig. appearing to be completely out of place; in a very awkward manner. Bob stood there in his rented tuxedo, looking like a fish out of water. Whenever I am with your friends, I feel like a fish out of water. What on earth do you see in them—or me?See also: fish, like, of, out, water like a fish out of water Completely unfamiliar with one's surroundings or activity.See also: fish, like, of, out, waterFinancialSeeFISH |