on one's heels

Определение и значение слова «on one's heels » на английском языке

on one's heels
01

Позади

closely following or pursuing someone or something, often in a persistent or bothersome manner
on {one's} [heels] definition and meaning
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal
example
Примеры
He is constantly on my heels, checking my every move and questioning my decisions.
02

прямо позади

near the point of surpassing a fellow competitor
on {one's} [heels] definition and meaning
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal
example
Примеры
If she does poorly on this exam, she may lose the title of valedictorian to one of the students on her heels.
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