make (one's) presence felt
make (one's) presence felt
To do something or act in a way makes a group of people aware of one's role, contributions, etc., in a particular situation. As the youngest CEO in the company's history, Mark knew he had to make his presence felt by introducing a few major policy changes. The small but vocal group has already made their presence felt in the most recent presidential election.
See also: felt, make, presence
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
make your presence felt
If someone or something makes their presence felt, they do something that makes you notice them or pay attention to them. I was here, there and everywhere all day, making my presence felt. First of all, establish what areas of your body are making their presence felt.
See also: felt, make, presence
Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
make your presence felt
have a strong and obvious effect on others or on a situation. 2004 Casino City Times Women are really now making their presence felt on the Internet.
See also: felt, make, presence
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
make your ˈpresence felt
do something which makes people notice your importance, strength, abilities, etc: In the first half of the game the Turkish team really made their presence felt. The demonstrators made their presence felt by shouting and waving banners.See also: felt, make, presence
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