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under one's feet
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constantly annoying and interrupting others and their work
under {one's} feet definition and meaning
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal

What is the origin of the idiom "under one's feet" and when to use it?

The phrase "under one's feet" originated from the image of someone physically standing on or having control over another person or object. It conveys a sense of power imbalance, subordination, or being subjected to someone else's will. This idiom is commonly utilized in discussions about power dynamics, relationships, authority, and situations where one party exerts significant control or influence over another.

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Enjoying each other's company, listening to the waves crashing and feeling the warm sand under our feet, I couldn't have agreed more.
The sand felt warm under their feet as they walked along the shoreline.
The scandal cut the ground from under his feet, and he lost his job and reputation.
By this time next year, she will be avoiding letting the grass grow under her feet by consistently working towards her long-term goals.
They were startled by the crackle of dry leaves under their feet in the forest.
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