| 释义 |
Idiom tread on someone's toesstep/tread on (someone's) toes to say or do something which upsets someone, especially by becoming involved in something which is their responsibility.I'd like to make some changes to the working procedures, but I don't want to tread on anyone's toes.
tread on (someone's) toesTo insult, offend, or upset someone, especially by involving oneself in that which is someone else's responsibility. I want to help Johnny out on his project, but I know he's very proud, and I don't want to tread on his toes in any way. Look, you're going to have to tread on a few peoples' toes if you want to get ahead in this business. tread (or step) on someone's toes offend someone, especially by encroaching on their privileges. |