Tightrope walking inexperienced funambulists will often walk barefoot so that the wire can be grasped between the big and second toe. This is more often done when using a rope, as the softer and silkier fibres are less taxing on the bare foot than the harder and more abrasive braided wire. The word "funambulism" or the phrase ""walking a tightrope"" is also used in a metaphorical setting not referring to any actual acrobatic acts. For instance, politicians are said to "walk a tightrope" when trying to balance two opposing views with little room for compromise. The term can also be used in
Love, Murder, and a Three Letter Word Love, Murder, and a Three Letter Word Love, Murder, and a Three Letter Word is the second album of the metalcore band Society's Finest. The album consisted of two EPs put together, "Private Conflicts and Suicides" and the "Texas EP". Mike from "In Music We Trust" writes: "Society's Finest play the kind of gripping, grueling metalcore that will leave you sweaty, spent, and most likely, really banged up. Nine tracks of unabashed bitterness is what you'll find here, complete with some harsh lyrics and a relentless need to whip things into frenzy. Such is the case on the taxing 'Ennis,