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to walk a tightrope
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to be in a situation where one has to be careful about every decision they make because even one mistake can pose a great risk
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "walk a tightrope" and when to use it?
The idiom "walk a tightrope" draws its origin from the world of circus performance, where acrobats and tightrope walkers demonstrate their remarkable balance and skill by walking on a thin, elevated rope. Figuratively, it is often used to describe the delicate art of maintaining a balance between two opposing or challenging forces.
Examples
I’m walking a tightrope at the moment; one more mistake and I might lose my job.
