lay of the land

Noun

Meaning

(idiomatic) The physical characteristics of the terrain or surrounding natural environment.

(idiomatic) The trends, feelings, intentions, and other factors influencing a strategic, political, or social situation.

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Even for freshman still learning the lay of the land at CU, Folsom Field is a can’t miss destination. Source: Internet

In fact, in most instances it's a good decision," based on the additional information the surgeon acquires after having used the videoscope to "get the lay of the land." Source: Internet

Now that we know the lay of the land (so to speak), I’d love to return and drive the Ring Road (in a 2 x 2 car, thanks to you.) I think we would bring some of our own food from Reykjavik. Source: Internet

Bill Mitchell reported the challenges of the industrial park, the lay of the land, location, being the two major obstacles. Source: Internet

Fletcher has already got the lay of the land from time in Saint Petersburg, Moscow, Sochi and Kazan at last year's Confederations Cup. Source: Internet

Now they’re older and getting the lay of the land that used to be his old stomping grounds. Source: Internet

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