fish out

Example Sentences

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At law school, he’s felt like a fish out of water for months among those who have their life planned out.

From Los Angeles Times

In "Bagels, Schmears, and a Nice Piece of Fish," out March 15, cookbook author and baker Cathy Barrow shares the ins and outs of perfecting any deli brunch at home.

From Salon

If there’s a bit too much water, you can easily lift the fish out of it or pour off excess, so it’s not an issue.

From Seattle Times

He said he was dropped off on a rescue boat and was asked to try to revive an unconscious man while rescuers tried to fish out other people.

From Reuters

In Washington, Chasten is more of a fish out of water than he was on the campaign.

From Washington Post