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On tiptoe/tiptoes

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Physical Action

Focuses on the literal physical action of walking or standing very quietly.

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She stood on tiptoe to reach the top shelf without making noise.
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Subtle Movement

Used to describe moving in a careful, controlled way to avoid detection.

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On tiptoe, the thief moved across the creaky floor.
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