to subtly explore interest · to informally ask around for opinions or opportunities
Imagine you have a brilliant new idea for a project, but you're not sure if your boss or colleagues will be on board. 💡 Before making a big presentation, you might "put out feelers" to see what people think and gauge their interest informally. It's like testing the waters without fully diving in! 🏊♂️
💡 **Fun Fact!** This phrase is super handy when you want to gather preliminary feedback or check for interest without making a formal commitment or announcement. You're trying to see "what sticks" before investing too much time or effort. It implies a subtle, indirect approach. 😉
When would you most likely "put out feelers"? A. 📈 When you are presenting your finalized annual report to the board of directors. B. 🤫 When you want to gauge informal interest for a new project idea before a formal proposal. C. 🎉 When you are celebrating a major project success with your team.