Walk into

verb

To unintentionally hit an object while walking.

I wasn't looking where I was going and I walked into a pole.
Visual representation of "walk into" - to unintentionally hit an object while walking

Often appears as...

  • walk into a pole
  • walk into a wall
verb

To knowingly enter a place by foot.

I walked into the restaurant and sat down.
Visual representation of "walk into" - to knowingly enter a place by foot

Often appears as...

  • walk into a building
  • walk into a room
verb

To become involved in a situation without intending to.

She unknowingly walked into a heated argument.
Visual representation of "walk into" - to become involved in a situation without intending to

Often appears as...

  • walk into an argument
  • walk into a trap
verb

To unintentionally hit an object while walking.

I wasn't looking where I was going and I walked into a pole.
Visual representation of "walk into" - to unintentionally hit an object while walking

Often appears as...

  • walk into a pole
  • walk into a wall
verb

To knowingly enter a place by foot.

I walked into the restaurant and sat down.
Visual representation of "walk into" - to knowingly enter a place by foot

Often appears as...

  • walk into a building
  • walk into a room
verb

To become involved in a situation without intending to.

She unknowingly walked into a heated argument.
Visual representation of "walk into" - to become involved in a situation without intending to

Often appears as...

  • walk into an argument
  • walk into a trap
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Literal Collision

This phrase suggests a physical bump; it's often used humorously or to show clumsiness.

Illustration for Literal Collision
He was texting and walked into a lamppost.
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Attention Warning

Use this phrase to highlight being distracted or not paying attention.

Illustration for Attention Warning
Lost in her thoughts, she walked into a bench.
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Physical Comedy

In movies or books, this phrase often sets up a humorous scene.

Illustration for Physical Comedy
The character walked into a glass door for a comedic effect.
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