Walk on thin ice.
[Idiom] WALK ON THIN ICE. - Navigating Through Risky Situations Confidently!
be in a risky situation
'Walk on thin ice' paints a vivid picture of someone treading over a dangerously thin layer of ice, which could break at any moment. This idiom is used to describe being in a risky or sensitive scenario where actions must be carefully considered, like negotiating a delicate issue at work. It evokes the care and caution needed when one is in precarious circumstances.
Example Sentences
He's always walking on thin ice with his risky behavior.
He often engages in risky behavior that could lead to trouble.
She felt like she was walking on thin ice whenever she had to talk to her boss.
She feels nervous around her boss, fearing negative consequences.
Drivers in winter conditions are often walking on thin ice.
Driving in winter conditions feels risky and dangerous.
