be like a fish out of water
be like a fish out of water
To feel uncomfortable in a new environment. When Carla transferred to a new school, she was like a fish out of water because she didn't know anyone there. Marie was like a fish out of water when she assumed a manger position at the company where she had worked as a clerk for so long.
See also: fish, like, of, out, water
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
like a fish out of water
Fig. appearing to be completely out of place; in a very awkward manner. Bob stood there in his rented tuxedo, looking like a fish out of water. Whenever I am with your friends, I feel like a fish out of water. What on earth do you see in them—or me?
See also: fish, like, of, out, water
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
like a fish out of water
Completely unfamiliar with one's surroundings or activity.
See also: fish, like, of, out, water
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- a fish out of water
- a piece of the action
- a piece/slice of the action
- a bit of the action
- bit of the action
- appear to
- be in low spirits
- a change of heart
- a mystery to (one)
- a turn of phrase