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on one's feet

  1. In addition to the idiom (see the next entry) on one's feet, also see dead on one's feet; fall (land) on one's feet; get to one's feet; set one back on one's feet; stand on one's feet; think on one's feet.

  2. Standing, as in I'm tired—I've been on my feet all day . [Mid-1400s] Also see get to one's feet .

  3. Also, back on one's feet . Healthy, returned to good health, as in I hope you get back on your feet very soon . [c. 1800]



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