grasp in the dark

grasp in the dark

To seek out a solution, meaning, or sense of purpose in a blind, aimless, or uncertain manner. Often used in the progressive tense. We've been grasping in the dark for a way to pay our mortgage, but I just don't see how we'll be able to afford it anymore. My recent breakup with Janice has left me grasping in the dark.
See also: dark, grasp
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • reach out into
  • reach out into (something)
  • mooner
  • fool around
  • fool around with (someone or something)
  • screw around with (someone or something)
  • fool about
  • sail around
  • fool with
  • fool with (someone or something)