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test the waters

Idiom Science

Meaning

to try something out before committing fully

Example Sentences

"Before launching the product, we decided to test the waters."

Related Expressions

fight your demons

to deal with your fears or bad memories courageously

hit the headlines

to be reported widely in the news

grasp at straws

to try any method to succeed, even if unlikely

asleep on your feet

extremely tired and almost falling asleep

butter wouldn’t melt in their mouth

someone who looks innocent but might not be

take it to the bank

to be certain that something is true or will happen