Meaning of the word "walk on eggshells" in English

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walk on eggshells

US /wɔk ɑn ˈɛɡˌʃɛlz/
UK /wɔːk ɒn ˈɛɡˌʃɛlz/
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Idiom

to be extremely cautious about one's words or actions so as not to upset someone

Example:
Ever since the argument, I've been walking on eggshells around her.
The new manager makes everyone walk on eggshells.