get the feel of

Idioms  

1. Also, have the feel of. Become or be accustomed to or learn about; acquire skill in. For example, It took me a while to get the feel of the new car, or After a few months Jack had the feel of his new position. This idiom transfers the sense of touch to mental perception. [Mid-1900s]

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Example Sentences

But it will allow them to get the feel of the iconic ground.

From BBC • May 21, 2025

Intending to tape the special within the next six to eight months, Mowry says, “I’m trying to get the feel of the flow.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2024

“I like it, it’s a good opportunity, you just get the feel of the teams, they’re talking about the players and styles and the background, and the camps,” Carroll said.

From Washington Times • Sep. 29, 2023

Walk down the street in any direction to get the feel of the place.

From New York Times • Apr. 20, 2023

“It takes a little time to get the feel of a boat,” Tiller said.

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech