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like a fish out of water
like a fish out of water
Fig. appearing to be completely out of place; in a very awkward manner. Bob stood there in his rented tuxedo, looking like a fish out of water. Whenever I am with your friends, I feel like a fish out of water. What on earth do you see in them—or me?
like a fish out of water
Completely unfamiliar with one's surroundings or activity.