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Idioms & Expressions
On thin ice
Used when warning someone about their precarious circumstances.
Literal Meaning
A state of standing on a thin layer of ice that is not strong enough to support weight safely.
Actual Meaning
In a risky or precarious situation, close to trouble
Examples in Context

'You're on thin ice after that mistake.' (Translation: You're close to serious consequences)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Dangerous position
  • 2One more mistake
  • 3Be careful
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
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playing with fire
on the edge
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