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put out feelers

 

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Verb put out feelers has 1 sense
  1. put out feelers - make some preliminary investigations or test the waters
    --1 is one way to
    explore
    Sample sentences:
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Term: Put out feelers

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Sense 1:

Description: To make discreet inquiries or to test the waters to gather information or opinions about a particular topic or possibility.

Example sentence: The company put out feelers to assess the market demand for their new product.

Sense 2:

Description: To subtly communicate one's interest or availability for a potential opportunity or relationship.

Example sentence: After quitting his job, John put out feelers among his contacts to find a new employment opportunity.

Sense 3:

Description: To send out a cautious or tentative request or signal to gauge the reaction or interest of others.

Example sentence: The government put out feelers to see if other countries would support their initiative.

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