Walk a fine line meaning
What does the saying 'Walk a fine line' mean?
Idiom: Walk a fine line
Meaning:
If you have to walk a fine line, you have to be very careful not to annoy or anger people or groups that are competing.
('Walk a thin line' is an alternative.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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