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Tightrope
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tightly stretched rope or wire on which acrobats perform high above the ground
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a situation where one must navigate carefully to avoid problems or failure
Example
In a complex legal case, the attorney had to tread a tightrope between defending the client vigorously and seeking a fair settlement.
Balancing on a tightrope without a safety net is impossibly risky.
The CEO had to walk a tightrope when announcing layoffs, trying to maintain employee morale while addressing budget constraints.
Managing a diverse team can be like walking a tightrope, as the leader must balance different personalities and work styles.
As a diplomat, he had to tread a tightrope between the conflicting interests of two rival nations.
