read the room
Upper Intermediate (B2)informal
Understand the atmosphere and react appropriately.
"He kept making jokes even though everyone was upset — he really couldn't read the room."
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Why You Can’t Sleep (and How to Fix It) | Dr. Michael Grandner
FoundMyFitness · 211:08
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New Epstein Hunting Ground, Shiny ALIENS & Hantavirus | Julian Dorey
Julian Dorey · 20:30
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Only Very Important Police Work | Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Brooklyn Nine-Nine · 12:28
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HOT TOPICS | Trump’s Wealth Soars & Celebs Show Off At Met Gala As Americans Struggle
Don Lemon · 5:21
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HOT TOPICS | Trump’s Wealth Soars & Celebs Show Off At Met Gala As Americans Struggle
Don Lemon · 5:22
Read the room.