on one's feet
The idiom 'on one's feet' is versatile, often used to describe physical standing, recovery from illness, or financial stability.
Definition
A2General
Standing upright rather than sitting or lying down.
Example
- She was on her feet for hours at the concert.
B1Health
(idiomatic)Recovered from an illness or injury and able to move around again.
Example
- After a week of rest, he's finally back on his feet.
B2Finance
(idiomatic)Financially stable or independent.
Example
- After years of hard work, she's finally on her feet financially.
B2Problem Solving
(idiomatic)Able to think and react quickly in a difficult situation.
Example
- During the crisis, she was quick on her feet and handled the situation well.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "on one's feet":
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