tread lightly

成語所屬單字lightly

tread lightly — 慣用語

1. to behave carefully in a situation that could be difficult or cause offence.

1.慣用語
釋義

小心翼翼;謹慎行事

to behave carefully in a situation that could be difficult or cause offence.

例句

When discussing politics at dinner, it is wise to tread lightly.

The new manager decided to tread lightly until she understood the office culture.