on thin ice
English
editEtymology
editSuggesting a person skating or walking on a frozen-over body of water, at risk of breaking through and falling into the water.
Pronunciation
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Prepositional phrase
edit- (idiomatic) In a dangerous, hazardous, or delicate situation; at risk.
- Ever since he was caught stealing office supplies, he has been on thin ice with his boss.
Adverb
editon thin ice (not comparable)
Translations
editat risk
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