"The ability to step on a man's toes without messing up the shine on his shoes," per Harry Truman Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Monday, February 25, 2019 · 26-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, February 25, 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 25, 2019 · 26-Down · 4 letters
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