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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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Chinatown and downtown L.A. residents will be able to easily access the station via ride share, Metro rail or on foot.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 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

AFP journalists saw hundreds of families fleeing the southern suburbs, some on foot or on motorbikes, others in cars packed with belongings.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

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

From BBC • May 31, 2026

It traveled no faster than a man could run on foot or ride on horseback.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson

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