[Idiom] TREAD CAREFULLY. - Learn Expressions for Cautious Behavior in English

Act with great caution.

The idiom "tread carefully" means to proceed with caution and careful consideration to avoid trouble or offense. It paints a picture of walking cautiously, minding where one steps, especially in potentially hazardous or delicate situations.

Example Sentences

1. In negotiations, it's wise to tread carefully.

   For negotiations, it’s wise to be cautious.

2. She had to tread carefully when discussing the layoffs to avoid panic among staff.

   She had to be cautious when discussing the layoffs to prevent causing panic among the staff.

3. In the icy conditions, he treaded carefully to avoid slipping and injuring himself.

   He stepped carefully on the ice to avoid slipping and injuring himself.