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walk a tightrope

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walk a tightrope
to act very carefully so that you avoid either of two opposite bad situations. Many manufacturers have to walk a tightrope between overpricing their goods and pricing them so low that they make no profit. (often + between)
See also: walk


walk a tightrope
to act carefully to avoid creating enemies or a dangerous situation. The show has always walked a tightrope between old-fashioned humor and modern comedy. The organization's director must walk a tightrope between various religious groups.
Etymology: from the literal expression walk a tightrope (= to walk on a tightly stretched wire that is high off the ground)
See also: walk

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