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tiptoe through a minefield
Language:
Meanings:
1.
general
informal
figurative
To proceed very cautiously in a situation that contains hidden risks, sensitivities, or potential for severe consequences.
To handle a delicate matter with extreme care to avoid offence, conflict, or serious error.
2.
general
neutral
literal
To walk cautiously across an area that actually contains land mines, taking deliberate steps to avoid detonating them.
Examples:
EN:
You may not be brilliant, but you can tiptoe through a minefield better than anyone I know.
ES:
No serás my brillante, pero puedes pasar por un campo de minas mejor que nadie.
EN:
Let me tiptoe through a minefield.
HI:
मुझे एक दर्पण में हस्तमैथुन करना
HI:
फेंक देना किसी बीहड़ में निचाट नंगा मुझे ।
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