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tread on

Definition: To step or walk on something, usually with some force or pressure

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Examples:

Sense 1: To step or walk on something

1. Be careful not to tread on the flowers in the garden.
2. The hikers treaded on the icy path cautiously.

Sense 2: To step or walk on something with force or pressure

1. The heavy vehicle treaded on the muddy road, leaving deep tire marks.
2. He accidentally treaded on my foot while rushing past me.

Sense 3: (Figurative) To encroach upon someone's rights, territory, etc.

1. You are treading on dangerous ground by questioning the manager's decision.
2. The new company is treading on the established player's market share.

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