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26 Nov 2022
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- French (France) Near fluent
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French (France)
Question about English (US)
What does I'm walking on thin ice mean?
What does I'm walking on thin ice mean?
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- French (France)
It means that you're acting or proceeding with great care, caution, and consideration so as not to upset someone or trigger some imminent disaster.
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- French (France)
It means that you're acting or proceeding with great care, caution, and consideration so as not to upset someone or trigger some imminent disaster.
- English (US)
It means you’re in a risky or dangerous situation (and may face negative results if you mess up).
- English (US)
it means you're really close to something going wrong. one example: work.
"I've been late a couple times, and have called out sick twice. I'm not sure I'm going to be fired but I am WALKING ON THIN ICE!"
another example: an "adult child" living at home:
"Johnny lives here rent free. But he doesn't do anything to help, and he stays out late. He's really WALKING ON THIN ICE!" (meaning... the parents might kick him out)
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