out of (one's) element
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out of (one's) element — idiom
1. in a situation where you feel uncomfortable, awkward, or unskilled because you a
1.idiom
Definition
in a situation where you feel uncomfortable, awkward, or unskilled because you are not used to it or do not have the right abilities.
Example
The librarian felt out of her element at the loud rock concert downtown.
Sari is a great cook, but she is out of her element when using a sewing machine.