Traffic is heavy, so we just inch along.
inch along
idiomTo move slowly or to make progress gradually, bit by bit.
The train had to inch along the tracks because of the heavy snow covering the rails.
As the project deadline approached, the team watched their progress inch along, fearing they would never complete the complex requirements in time.
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every inch
Totally, completely.
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give someone an inch and someone will take a mile
Alternative form of give them an inch and they'll take a mile.
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inch away
To begin to change one's position on a topic; to subtly distance oneself from previous associates, ideas, etc.
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inch back
To move something backward by a very small amount, often in a slow and gradual way.
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inch by inch
Gradually or incrementally.
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inch forward
To move forward in a very slow, cautious, and careful way.
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inch up
To move or increase by small increments, typically slowly and carefully.