feel your age
feel your age :
become aware that you are growing older and less energetic
RELATED IDIOMS :
feel his collar :
arrest or legally apprehend someone
The image here is of using a person's collar as a means of getting a secure grip on them.
feel the draught :
experience an adverse change in your financial circumstances – informal
1992 - Daily Express - Redland felt the draught of George Wimpey's interim profits slide.
feel your oats :
feel lively and buoyant - US informal
Oats are used as feed for horses making them friskier and more energetic.
feel the pinch :
experience hardship, especially financial
feel the pulse of :
ascertain the general mood or opinion of
The image here is of literally determining someone's heart-rate by feeling and timing the pulsation of an artery.
1994 - Daily Mirror - Our new Housing Monitor will take the pulse of the housing market to keep you informed about the value of your most precious asset - your home.
feel your age :
Idioms Index – Previous Page
Related Links : feel your age