tread lightly

Frequency: 6.57.2 per million words

to walk quietly with light steps

treadtread + ADVERB

Categories:

lightly

Examples (10)

  • She had to tread lightly so as not to wake the baby.
  • The cat trod lightly across the polished floor.
  • If you tread lightly, you won't make much noise.
  • He was trying to tread lightly on the creaky stairs.
  • Animals often tread lightly when approaching prey.
  • The diplomat had to tread lightly when discussing the sensitive issue.
  • You need to tread lightly around her; she's very emotional right now.
  • The new manager decided to tread lightly with the existing team.
  • In delicate negotiations, it's always best to tread lightly.
  • The company must tread lightly to avoid a public backlash.