I feel around to see if anyone is hiring.
feel around
idiomTo gather information sneakily; to seek out information without revealing that one is actively searching for it.
She decided to feel around at the party to see if her boss planned to resign soon.
Without revealing his true intentions, he began to feel around for information regarding the company's secret merger plans.
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feel for
To experience sympathy for, to sympathise with.
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feel free
To feel able without giving offense.
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feel one's way
To do by guesswork, erring on the side of caution.
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feel out
To attempt to ascertain a person's point of view, or the nature of a situation, by cautious and subtle means.
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feel someone's collar
To arrest someone.
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feel the pinch
To suffer a hardship, especially significant financial pressure.
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feel up
To grope someone, especially someone's breasts, in a sexual manner.