not know where to put yourself
not know where to put (oneself)
To feel particularly awkward, uncomfortable, or embarrassed. My father-in-law's speech was so cringeworthy that I didn't know where to put myself.
See also: know, not, put
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
not know where to put yourself
feel deeply embarrassed. informal 1986 Robert Sproat Stunning the Punters He was begging and pleading with me…with tears rolling down his cheeks so I didn't know where to put myself.
See also: know, not, put
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- not know where to put (oneself)
- cringey
- a sticky situation
- a sticky wicket
- be like a spare prick at a wedding
- a tough spot
- a tight corner
- an awkward customer
- in a sticky situation
- be in a tough spot