Meaning of the word "get a foot in the door" in English
What does "get a foot in the door" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
get a foot in the door
US /ɡɛt ə fʊt ɪn ðə dɔr/
UK /ɡɛt ə fʊt ɪn ðə dɔːr/
Idiom
to get an opportunity to start working in an organization or industry, even if it's a low-level position, with the hope of future advancement
Example:
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She took an unpaid internship just to get a foot in the door at the publishing company.
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It's hard to get a foot in the door in the film industry without connections.