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on feet

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on one's feet 
1. Lit. standing up. Get on your feet. They are playing the national anthem. I've been on my feet all day, and they hurt.
2. Fig. well and healthy, especially after an illness. I hope to be back on my feet next week. I can help out as soon as I'm back on my feet.
See also: feet

on your/its feet
feeling better or being in better condition He's the one who put the company on its feet again.
Usage notes: often used in the form back on your feet: After his mother died, it took him a few months to get back on his feet.
See also: feet


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