| 词汇 | watch one's step |
| 释义 | Idiom watch one's step Theme: CAUTION to act with care and caution so as not to make a mistake or offend someone.John had better watch his step with the new boss. He won't put up with his lateness.Mary was told by the lecturer to watch her step and stop missing classes. watch (one's) step1. Literally, to pay attention to where one is walking. Often used as an imperative. Watch your step! All of these cords are a tripping hazard. 2. By extension, to proceed with caution. Watch your step when you meet with the boss—this is a situation you need to finesse. Larry better watch his step around here, or he won't be invited back. watch one's stepExercise caution, as in You'd better watch your step talking to them about a merger. Often put as an admonition, this phrase transfers taking care in walking to other kinds of caution. [First half of 1900s] |
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