Get a/(one's) foot in the door In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "get a/(one's) foot in the door", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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2022-03-10 12:03

get/have a leg/toe in the door

Get a/(one's) foot in the door verb phrase

This phrase is often used in employment contexts.

To have a chance to do something that could bring more opportunities to achieve greater success

With previous teaching experience, he easily got his foot in the door at this English center.

This is my dream company, so I would do whatever it takes to get my foot in the door.

I failed to get my foot in the door at this company due to a poor academic record.

an easy berth

A simple position, job, or situation.

The verb "get" must be conjugated according to its tense.

This phrase alludes to the canvasser or door-to-door salesperson who blocks the door with one foot, preventing it from being closed.

The Origin Cited: Internet .

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