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leisetreten — meaning in English

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English meaning

pussyfoot verb To move quietly and carefully so as not to be noticed.

Senses

leisetreten is used for these senses in English:

pussyfoot (intransitive) To move silently, stealthily, or furtively.
pussyfoot (intransitive) To act timidly or cautiously.

pussyfoot — full definition

verb To move quietly and carefully so as not to be noticed.
verb To behave in a nervous or overly careful way.
verb To avoid saying something directly by using vague or indirect words.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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