tight
rope
Plural
tightropes
1
tightly stretched rope or wire on which acrobats perform high above the ground
2
a situation where one must navigate carefully to avoid problems or failure
- Negotiating the peace treaty was like walking a tightrope, requiring careful balance between conflicting demands.
- As a manager, she often feels like she's on a tightrope, trying to keep both her employees and the executives satisfied.
- As a parent of teenagers, he often feels he's on a tightrope, setting boundaries while fostering independence.
- The CEO walked a tightrope in the merger talks, ensuring the deal benefited both companies without causing unrest.
- Handling the media while maintaining privacy is a tightrope act for many celebrities.