on thin ice
Meanings
prep_phrase
- In a dangerous, hazardous, or delicate situation; at risk.
adv
- Dangerously, hazardously, delicately.
Pronunciation
Word forms
Etymology
Suggesting a person skating or walking on a frozen-over body of water, at risk of breaking through and falling into the water.
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