edge around (something)

edge around (something)

To move around something very carefully. The path was so narrow that I had to edge around the pond to avoid tumbling into it. Please edge around my prized tulips—I don't want them to get jostled! Once I got the baby to sleep, I practically held my breath as I edged around the crib and out of the room.

See also: around, edge

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edge (one's way) around

something to make one's way around something carefully. I edged my way around the table, trying not to disturb anyone. Sam edged around the perimeter of the room.

See also: around, edge

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