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Definition
To be squeezed out of a place; to be made to feel unwelcome, unneeded, or without a place to stand.
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How it's used
This expression carries a strong sense of social exclusion or being marginalized within a specific group or physical space. It implies that one has lost their standing or influence, making them feel like an outsider who no longer has a place to stand or operate. It is frequently used in professional or social contexts where someone feels their presence is no longer desired or valued.
Examples
He feels unwelcome at the office and really wants to quit.
Related words
Common phrases
to feel unwelcome here
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being physically crowded or having no space to stand. It is strictly about social status, belonging, and being pushed out of a role or territory rather than literal lack of floor space.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
