have it on (one's) toes

have it on (one's) toes

To run away or flee. Primarily heard in UK. We had it on our toes when we saw that huge fire raging in the distance.
See also: have, on, toe
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

have it on your toes

run away. British informal
See also: have, on, toe
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • have it on your toes
  • toe
  • toes up
  • be toes up
  • toe-to-toe
  • nip on (someone's or something's) toes
  • go toe to toe with someone
  • go toe-to-toe with (someone)
  • toe in
  • toed