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think on your feet think on (one's) feetTo be able to think clearly in times of stress, especially when forming a solution to a pressing problem. Thank goodness you were able to think on your feet and find another way to stop the pipe from leaking. The whole basement would have flooded otherwise.See also: feet, on, thinkthink on your feet If you think on your feet, you make good decisions quickly and react quickly when things change. We always have room for a guy who can think on his feet. Being a parent means thinking on your feet and adapting as you go along.See also: feet, on, thinkthink on your feet react to events quickly and effectively.See also: feet, on, thinkthink on your ˈfeet think very quickly: When he asked me why I wasn’t at work, I had to think on my feet and I invented an excuse about going to see the doctor. ♢ Lawyers in court need to be able to think on their feet.See also: feet, on, think |