The ability to walk upright is a uniquely human characteristic. Many experts credit this ability as the critical attribute that has driven our development and innovation as a species. So it’s no wonder that we use walking expressions—or idioms—pretty much all the time. Think about it. Have you ever considered how often we use “walking” or “steps” in a turn of phrase to enhance our communication? We asked the Pack to share some of their favorites, and the list, as you might expect, is plentiful.
Walk it off
Take that first step
Step up
The first step is the hardest
Put one foot in front of the other
Walking a tightrope
Take a long walk off a short pier
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step
Take a walk on the wild side
Walk the talk
A walking encyclopedia
A step in the right direction
These boots are made for walking
One step forward, two steps back
Sidestepping an issue
Step up to the plate
Walk a mile in someone else’s shoes
Just walk away
Take baby steps
Take a giant step
Put your best foot forward
Stomping ground
Don’t try to run before you walk
Like a walk in the park
Walking on eggshells
Marching orders
Walk the line
Tiptoe through the tulips
Walking on sunshine
