ALL meanings of fall on one's feet
feet
F f - noun fall on one's feet a plural of foot. 1
- idioms fall on one's feet drag one's feet, to act or proceed slowly or without enthusiasm; to be reluctant to act, comply, etc.: We can't begin the project until the steering committee stops dragging its feet. 1
- idioms fall on one's feet land / fall on one's feet, to be lucky or successful, especially after difficulties: He's had some rough times but has finally landed on his feet. 1
- idioms fall on one's feet on one's feet, in a standing position. in an independent or secure position: The loan helped him get on his feet again. in a restored or recovered state; able to continue: Psychotherapy helped her get back on her feet after her breakdown. 1
- idioms fall on one's feet sit at the feet of, to attend upon as a disciple or follower: American writers and painters no longer sit at the feet of Europeans. 1
- idioms fall on one's feet stand on one's own feet, to be financially self-supporting. to be independent: Overprotective parents do not prepare their children to stand on their own feet. Also, stand on one's own two feet. 1
- idioms fall on one's feet sweep one off one's feet, to impress or overwhelm by ability, enthusiasm, or charm: The gaiety of the occasion swept them off their feet. 1
- noun fall on one's feet to emerge unexpectedly well from a difficult situation 0
- verb fall on one's feet Alternative form of land on one's feet. 0