andar con pies de plomo
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andar con pies de plomo
An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
1. (idiom) (general)
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
a. to tread carefully
Vamos a tener que andar con pies de plomo en relación con este tema, porque hay una cantidad de peces gordos involucrados en este escándalo.We're going to have to tread carefully on this issue, because there a number of big fish involved in this scandal.
b. to walk on eggshells (idiom)
An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from the literal meaning of the separate words that make it up (e.g., break a leg).
Desde que cambiaron de jefe, todos andan con pies de plomo.Ever since they got a new boss, everyone's been walking on eggshells.
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