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Jimmy Hung
2021-12-14 02:12
Hot on (one's) heels adjective phrase
Following somebody closely
We should answer the last question carefully because the other team is hot on our heels.
The thief will not be able to escape because the police are hot on his heels.
Kate, you should run faster, Jennie is hot on your heels.
stop following, stop disturbing
Used to describe the imitation of others' manner or the following of others' guidance.
To go after or follow one anywhere.
Do you see anything wrong?
Used to allude that the last force, problem or burden which is seemingly minor and small causes a person, system or organisation to collapse or fail
Her husband's violent act last night was the straw that broke the donkey's back and she left him
