"Walking ___ coals" (to be in a volatile situation): 2 wds. Crossword Clue

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"Walking ___ coals" (to be in a volatile situation): 2 wds. Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

WALKING (noun)
1. the act of traveling by foot
WALKING (adjective)
1. close enough to be walked to
SITUATION (noun)
1. a condition or position in which you find yourself
2. a job in an organization

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