feel out of place

feel out of place

To feel as though one is not appropriate for or fitting with the current surroundings or environment. I'm afraid you might feel a little out of place wearing jeans in such a formal venue. I always felt out of place in school, like I was there by mistake. I still feel out of place in this town, but at least I'm at peace with my decision to move now.

See also: feel, of, out, place

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feel out of place

see under out of place.

See also: feel, of, out, place

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