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on one's feet
on one's feet
on one's feet
1. Standing, as in
I'm tired-I've been on my feet all day. [Mid-1400s] Also see
get to one's feet.
2. Also, back on one's feet. Healthy, returned to good health, as in I hope you get back on your feet very soon. [c. 1800]