Walk on eggshells meaning
What does the saying 'Walk on eggshells' mean?
Idiom: Walk on eggshells
Meaning:
If you have to walk on eggshells when with someone, you have to be very careful because they get angry or offended very easily.
('Walk on eggs' is also used.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Food and Eating |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
('Walk on eggs' is also used.)
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