Under one's feet
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British pronunciation/ˌʌndə wˈɒnz fˈiːt/
American pronunciation/ˌʌndɚ wˈʌnz fˈiːt/
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мешает вам делать то, что вы хотите сделать

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

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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The changes in the industry are cutting the ground from under their feet, and they're struggling to adapt.
The soft carpet feels nice under my feet.
The scandal cut the ground from under his feet, and he lost his job and reputation.
Enjoying each other's company, listening to the waves crashing and feeling the warm sand under our feet, I couldn't have agreed more.
If they don't adapt to the changing market, the competition will cut the ground from under their feet.
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