on toes

Example Sentences

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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

It comes off as a first dance, where both parties want to avoid stepping on toes or actively leading, yet find a rhythm that matches the music and, most importantly, feels good.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2024

“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

The battle at Seravalli is but one example of pickleballers stepping on toes as more people decide to play and seek an ever-increasing number of courts on which to do so.

From Washington Post • Dec. 22, 2022

As in Christian’s case, he knew he couldn’t step on toes or force his views on anyone, not without offending important people.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French