a fish out of water
The phrase "a fish out of water" is an idiomatic expression used to describe a situation where someone feels uncomfortable, awkward, or out of place in an unfamiliar or unfamiliar environment. It suggests a feeling of being disoriented or unable to adapt to the surroundings, much like a fish would struggle to survive when taken out of its natural habitat of water.
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