itchy feet


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*itchy feet

Fig. the need to leave; a feeling of a need to travel. (*Typically: get ~; have ~; give someone ~.) Hearing the train whistle at night gives me itchy feet.
See also: feet, itchy

itchy feet

BRITISH
If you have itchy feet, you want to go somewhere new or start doing something new. I hated living in London, and I started getting itchy feet. Hearing about Sally's job had given me itchy feet and within a couple of months I left the company.
See also: feet, itchy
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Comprised of naturally derived ingredients, Toe Juice helps soothe dry, cracked and itchy feet, making it a perfect product for anyone who suffers with hurt toes or damaged skin on their feet, including hikers, backpackers, rock climbers, campers, skiers, snowboarders, kayakers, canoeists, runners and more.
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