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Synonyms

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.

Example Sentences

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He could be on foot or riding a black electric scooter, police said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

“The driver of the white Jeep Cherokee abandoned the vehicle at the scene and fled the location on foot without stopping to identify themselves or render aid as required by law,” the police statement read.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

"The accused continued towards the exit, collided with a pole, attempted to unsuccessfully reverse and then exited the vehicle and fled on foot," Gilchrist said.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Some fought with only a trident; some fought mounted on horseback; some on chariot; others on foot with helmet and short sword; some with two daggers; still others exclusively fought wild beasts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

On weekdays, most men and the working women dispersed in the early mornings to places of work that were too far from home to get to on foot.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield

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