get the feel of something

get a/the feel of (something)

To begin to have a good sense of a situation or how to do something; to become familiar with or knowledgeable about something. Once I get a feel of the company's daily operations, I'll be more comfortable in this management role. The new mayor seems to still be getting the feel of how to run a city. Once you spend more time on the ranch, you'll get a feel of the horses' temperaments.

See also: feel, get, of

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get the ˈfeel of something

(informal) become familiar with or get used to something: When you’re learning to drive a car, you’ll probably find changing gear difficult, but you’ll soon get the feel of it. ♢ Once you get the feel of a Ferrari, you’ll never want any other car.

See also: feel, get, of, something

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