test the waters

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English - Turkish
(deyim) Nabız yoklamak
(Argo) nabzını ölçmek
test the water
(deyim) Nabız yoklamak
English - English
To explore or probe, as before making a commitment

Taking classes in a subject is a good way to test the waters and explore a potential career.

(deyim) Ascertain feelings or opinions before proceeding further
test the water
Alternative form of test the waters
test the water
(deyim) Ascertain feelings or opinions before proceeding further
test the water
Check people's feelings or opinions, take a poll. "Wilson always tests the water before he introduces a budget."
test the waters
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