on toes
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Aside from inconveniencing other moviegoers as they shuffle past, stepping on toes and grabbing seatbacks after the lights have gone down, they’re missing every single trailer for an upcoming attraction.
From Salon ● May 22, 2025
“As a previous captain who fitted back into the set-up, you’re so aware of not stepping on toes, not saying stuff in team meetings that is different to the captain’s message,” said Cook.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2024
To connect with both men, Dickert has had to find the right balance, offering his perspective without stepping on toes, using his background to find an edge without overlapping.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 22, 2023
The filmmakers mapped out each spirit’s history and true motives, from comically sucking on toes in the middle of the night to more sinister and gruesome ends.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2023
I make my way to the aisle, bumping knees and stepping on toes.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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