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on thin ice 

1.Literal meaning-on ice that is too thin to support one
2.AS USED IN SENTENCES- You're already in trouble, and can't afford another mistake.
3. Fig. in a risky situation.

4. in an uncertain condition

Usage notes: often appears as skating or
walking on thin ice (taking a big risk) :
She was on thin ice when her mother
saw her report card.
You are taking a chance and doing something that
could get you in trouble.
its used to describe a person when making impulsive
decisions which would have an adverse impact on
him.
This means that you are walking on unsafe ground
and your about to get in trouble.
It means that you should be careful with what you
do.
You are taking a chance and doing something that
could get you in trouble.

If you try that you'll
really be on thin ice. That's too risky. If you don't
want to find yourself on thin ice, you must be
sure of your facts.

My brother was already
on thin ice with the coach when he injured his
knee.
on thin ice by rochak khattar November 2, 2013
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you're skating on thin ice 

Used to tell someone they are on your last nerve.
"Son, you better stop that right now, you're skating on thin ice."

laying it on thick 

A term describing liberal use of sarcasm, hatred, flirting, etc.
Usually used when a person is "overdoing it" trying to make it very clear that they like/dislike someone
Dude1: hey, mike thinks u don't like him anymore
Dude2: oh really? took long enough cuz i been laying it on pretty fucking thick lately
laying it on thick by B March 31, 2005

pissing on thin ice 

To clearly give no fucks even if you are already on thin ice.
Dave lost two accounts yesterday, and has now taken the day off. He is really pissing on thin ice.

On Thin Ice 

When your parents are about to go crazy out of their mind about some crap you pulled last week. So they're about to ground your un-sorry butt.
Friend: Want to go to a movie tonight?
You: Can't. I'm on thin ice with my parents.
Friend: Man, that sucks.

Put it on thick 

When you have your eye on someone of interest to be hooked up with and want someone to put in a good word.
Mike wants Clare bad, and asked his friend Mikayla to put it on thick like he's a dope ass guy.
Put it on thick by mjeezley September 16, 2016

walking on thin ice 

When ur chances and opportunities are at risk... so it's best to remain calm and quiet....
"This judge is pissed and is giving everyone fines. .. u already made several out burst, so it may be best u stay quiet, ur already "walking on thin ice"..