sea legs
US /ˈsiː leɡz/
UK /ˈsiː leɡz/
1.
the ability to keep one's balance and not feel seasick when on a ship or boat
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It took him a few days to get his sea legs on the cruise.
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After a week at sea, everyone had their sea legs.
2.
the ability to adapt to a new or challenging situation
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After starting his new job, he quickly got his sea legs and became productive.
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It takes time to get your sea legs in a new culture.