English / idiom
Get off on the Wrong Foot
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To start a relationship, interaction, or project badly.
In context
01
We got off on the wrong foot with the new client because the initial shipment arrived late.
02
The receptionist apologized immediately to ensure the guest did not get off on the wrong foot.
Synonyms
start badly,make a poor start,stumble early
Antonyms
hit it off,start on the right foot,make a great first impression
Collocations
get off on the wrong foot with someone,avoid getting off on the wrong foot,fear getting off on the wrong foot