Definition
to stay on one's toes: to remain alert
There are bandits in the woods, stay on your toes! Remain alert or they might steal your money!
- "However, you should stay on your toes because Miss Stake is a shrewd woman who has a knack for being nosy."
- "Stay on your toes Mr. Cheeter, and trust no one."
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