On your heels Meaning in English
expression · lemma: on someone's heels
التعريف
If someone is "on your heels," they are following you very closely, usually in movement or competition. It can mean someone is right behind you physically or close to catching up in progress.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Usually informal. Common in sports, races, and situations where someone is catching up ('The runner was on his heels'). Can also mean pressure from competitors. Not used literally about shoes.
جمل نموذجية
A dog was on my heels as I ran through the park.
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The second place runner is on your heels!
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Don’t stop now, they are on your heels.
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Just as I unlocked the door, my kids were on my heels.
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With so many new businesses on their heels, the company had to innovate.
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The team is right on your heels, so pick up the pace!
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