take some getting used to

idiom

: to require that one become familiar with something so that it seems normal or usual
The new color is nice, but it'll take some getting used to.

Examples of take some getting used to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web What to Consider The drinking spout and non-squeeze sides can take some getting used to. Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2024 Our only issue with this set is that the sides of the frying and sauté pans are pretty steep, which might take some getting used to. Nor'adila Hepburn, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2024 But, with that being said, the lack of fresh scent after washing your hair may take some getting used to. Alexandra Frost, Health, 22 June 2023 But Take Note Although the strong eucalyptus smell may take some getting used to and the cream may stain fabrics pink, this diaper rash treatment produces great results that make up for those downsides. Brienne Walsh, Parents, 21 Feb. 2024 The new global logo will take some getting used to. Shane Young, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 What to Consider The taller stack height without a drop might take some getting used to. Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 7 Feb. 2024 Cons Since it’s meant for the lips and the cheeks, the applicator wand is a little large and might take some getting used to when applied to the pout. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2024 Toe socks are not for everyone and can take some getting used to. Meg Carney, Field & Stream, 4 Jan. 2024

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“Take some getting used to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20some%20getting%20used%20to. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.

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