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Set foot in/on something

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Used in casual and everyday situations to mean visiting or entering a place. SlideShe hasn't set foot in a grocery store with online delivery now.
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Doesn't always mean literally walking; can imply presence or participation. SlideHe never sets foot in competitions, he feels so nervous.
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Sometimes exaggerates time to emphasize it's been long since visiting. SlideI haven't set foot in our hometown for decades!