Testing the waters

 Trying something out cautiously before making a major commitment or decision.

Meaning and Mindset

• Caution First: Involves taking a small, low-risk step to see if a plan or idea will succeed.
• Gathering Info: It helps you see how people react or how a situation develops before you dive in completely.

Usage

• We are testing the waters with a small online sale before opening a physical store.
• He is testing the waters by asking his boss how she feels about remote work.