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Walk on eggshells

//ˌwɔːk ɒn ˈɛɡʃɛlz// verb

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Verb
  1. 1
    To be overly careful in dealing with a person or situation because they get angry or offended very easily; to try very hard not to upset someone or something. idiomatic
  2. 2
    To be careful and sensitive, in handling very sensitive matters. idiomatic

Etymology

1800s usage, probably from the imagery that eggshells are easily broken when stepped upon.

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