it takes getting used to

Idioms  

1. One needs to become accustomed to something. For example, We've always had a small car, so driving a big van like this—well, it takes getting used to. This idiom employs used to in the sense of “accustomed to,” a usage dating from the first half of the 1500s.

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Example Sentences

“It takes getting used to. But,” she added in a reassuring tone, “once it’s happened, I’m certain you wouldn’t want it any other way.”

From Literature

Some also find it takes getting used to what they don’t have to do.

From Washington Post

It takes getting used to and I’m not sure I’m there yet.

From The Verge

At worst it takes getting used to; besides, Ramakrishnan's charming performance far and away overrules any weaknesses in the series.

From Salon

“It’s not that. I don’t mind talking to you. So don’t apologize for it, okay? I just don’t do much talking. It takes getting used to.”

From Literature