have a/the feel of (something)
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To have a good sense of a situation or how to do something; to have substantial knowledge or experience in something. Once I have a feel of the company's daily operations, I'll be more comfortable in this management role. The new mayor still doesn't seem to have the feel of running a city. Once you spend more time on the ranch, you'll have a feel of the horses' temperaments.
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