Meaning of the word "put out feelers" in English
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put out feelers
US /pʊt aʊt ˈfiːlərz/
UK /pʊt aʊt ˈfiːlərz/
Idiom
1.
to make careful suggestions or inquiries in order to find out what people's reactions or opinions are
Example:
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Before proposing the new policy, the manager decided to put out feelers among the staff.
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She's been putting out feelers for a new job, but nothing concrete yet.
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