in someone's shoes

Language: en

Meaning: (idiomatic,mostly used conditionally)in someone's situation.1922February,James Joyce,Ulysses, Paris:Shakespeare and Company,[…],→OCLC:Episode 16I wouldn't personally repose much trust in that boon companion of yours who contributes the humorous element, Dr Mulligan, as a guide, philosopher and friend if I werein your shoes.

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