In someone’s shoes
Meaning: in another person’s position, used when you want to tell someone what you would do in their situation
Example: If I were in your shoes, I think I'd write to her rather than try to explain over the phone. I’d hate to be in his shoes now. He lost his job, and his wife is in the hospital.
Example: If I were in your shoes, I think I'd write to her rather than try to explain over the phone. I’d hate to be in his shoes now. He lost his job, and his wife is in the hospital.