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on foot

Idioms  
  1. Walking or running, not using a vehicle. For example, There's no road to the lodge; we have to get there on foot. [c. 1300] Also see hoof it; on one's feet; on the right foot.


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Volunteers and paid canvassers have traversed neighborhoods on foot to talk to local businesses.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

While the back and forth of European soccer fans and New Jersey locals ignited some interesting discourse, it’s unlikely that many will actually try to get there on foot.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

The prosecution said the recording gave McCullagh time to travel to Lurgan by bus and on foot to Natalie's home.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

A man then ran from the vehicle and officers pursued him on foot towards the nearby Colmcille Road.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Since Jeremy's bike was broken, he had to go to the library on foot.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville

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