feeling (out) (Meaning)

feeling (out)

to talk to or question (someone) in an indirect way in order to find out if something one wants to do or get will be possible

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FAQs About the word feeling (out)

to talk to or question (someone) in an indirect way in order to find out if something one wants to do or get will be possible

checking (out), experimenting (with), trying (out),investigating, exploring, sampling, researching, examining, studying,testing

reporting,,

The doctor was feeling out the patient's abdomen for any abnormalities.

The pitcher was feeling out the batter's weaknesses to improve his chances of striking him out.

The negotiator was feeling out the other party to gauge their willingness to compromise.

The employee was feeling out the new boss to determine their management style.