Fara - Försiktighet

Upptäck hur engelska idiomatiska uttryck som "gå på äggskal" och "hålla utkik" relaterar till försiktighet på engelska.

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to [throw|cast|fling] caution to the [wind] [Fras]

to start acting in a risky way without caring about its consequences

Ex: Despite her normally cautious nature , she decided to throw caution to the wind and take a spontaneous trip around the world .

eagle eye [Substantiv]

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easy does it [Mening]

used to advise someone to proceed with caution or be careful with something

Ex: " Easy does it , " the instructor said as the students lowered the heavy crate to the floor .

to [look] before {sb} [leap] [Fras]

to consider all the possible outcomes of one's action before doing it

Ex: His tendency to act without thinking led to many mistakes , so his mother constantly reminded him to " look before you leap . "

on the lookout for {sb/sth} [Fras]

constantly paying attention to a person or thing to prevent a problem, danger, etc.

Ex: The security guards are always on the lookout for unauthorized personnel in the restricted area .

to [play] (it|) safe [Fras]

to act in a careful manner to prevent any possible risks from happening

Ex: When hiking in the wilderness , it 's essential to play it safe by carrying the necessary survival gear .

to [keep|have] (all|) {one's} wits about {sb} [Fras]

to be prepared to handle things properly in case of danger or unpleasant events

Ex: Cycling is potentially very dangerous in the city - you have to have all your wits about you .

to [walk|be] on eggshells [Fras]

to be extra cautious about how one behaves or talks to avoid making someone offended or upset

Ex: After their argument , they were walking on eggshells around each other , afraid to bring up the topic again .

to [keep] an eye on {sb/sth} [Fras]

to closely watch a person or thing, particularly in order to make sure they are safe

Ex: The security guard was instructed to keep an eye on the surveillance cameras to ensure the safety of the premises .

to [keep] {sb} on {one's} toes [Fras]

to make a person be constantly worried about or ready for any possible danger or threat

Ex: I work with people who are half my age so that keeps me on my toes .

to [tiptoe] around {sth} [Fras]

to decide not to deal with a problem directly out of the fear that it may make things worse

Ex: They tiptoed around the subject of her poor health .

to [tiptoe] around {sb} [Fras]

to pay close attention to how to talk to someone or behave toward them because they can become offended or upset easily

Ex: It would be humorous if it weren't so sad the way Sarah tiptoes around her wife.

to [drop] {sb/sth} like a hot (potato|brick) [Fras]

to stop being involved with a person or thing that might cause problems for one

Ex: There is a moment in the film where Sreenivasan drops her like a hot brick for reasons I will not go into .

to [kick] the tires [Fras]

to closely examine or assess the condition of something, particularly a vehicle or machinery

Ex: The boss always assigns difficult projects as a way of kicking the tires of new employees .

to [hedge] {one's} bets [Fras]

to support both sides in a competition or conflict in order to protect oneself against loss

Ex: She decided to hedge her bets by investing in both stocks and bonds to balance her portfolio .

on notice [Fras]

used to indicate that someone has been warned or informed about something

Ex: She put us on notice that she would not be available for interviews until after the trial .

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