Moderate as in pussyfoot To walk quietly and carefully, stepping lightly on the tips of one's toes, often done to avoid making noise or to move stealthily. Clear All
4 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Tiptoe'
In the haunted house, we had to tiptoe through the dark corridors, afraid of waking any ghosts.
The politician had to tiptoe around sensitive topics during the debate.
In the haunted house, they tiptoed cautiously, afraid of waking any ghostly inhabitants.
Trying not to disturb the librarian, he tiptoed between the bookshelves in search of a good read.
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