Peligro - Fuera de peligro

Domina los modismos en inglés relacionados con estar fuera de peligro, como 'dodge a bullet' y 'off the hook'.

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close call [Sustantivo]

un pelo de no haberse

Ex: Her diagnosis was a close call because the disease was in its early stages and could have become much worse if not detected .

Su diagnóstico fue por los pelos porque la enfermedad estaba en sus primeras etapas y podría haber empeorado mucho si no se hubiera detectado.

close shave [Sustantivo]

un pelo de no haberse escapado

Ex: The detective had a close shave with the criminal , narrowly avoiding being caught during the stakeout .

El detective tuvo un afeitado cercano con el criminal, evitando por poco ser atrapado durante la vigilancia.

to [get] out of Dodge [Frase]

to hastily leave a place, usually because of a possible danger or threat

Ex: When the storm approached , the campers quickly packed up to get out of Dodge and avoid getting caught in the downpour .

(as|) safe as houses [Frase]

not causing or involving any danger at all

Ex: Investing in government bonds is considered safe as houses because they are backed by the full faith and credit of the government .

to [save] {one's} [skin|neck|hide|bacon] [Frase]

to help a person get out of a situation that involves danger or difficulty

Ex: Thanks for bringing me some extra cash — you really saved my skin , there !

on the safe side [Frase]

as carefully as possible in order to avoid any risk

Ex: Before leaving for the trip , he packed an emergency kit with supplies on the safe side , in case of unforeseen situations .

to [make|beat] a (hasty|) retreat [Frase]

to escape or withdraw from a situation that is dangerous or unpleasant

Ex: Realizing the project was not going as planned , the team leader suggested making a retreat to reassess their approach .

to [be] out of the woods [Frase]

to be out of a situation that is full of danger, trouble, or hardship

Ex: It took a lot of hard work , but we are out of the woods with our legal troubles behind us .

to [save] {sb} by the bell [Frase]

to unexpectedly provide someone with help when they face a danger or difficulty

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off the hook [Frase]

no longer facing a difficulty, danger, or punishment

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in (good|safe) hands [Frase]

used when a person or thing is being looked after by a trustworthy and capable individual

Ex: Knowing that the security company is guarding our premises , we feel confident that our property is in good hands .

to [dodge] a bullet [Frase]

to narrowly avoid a dangerous or undesirable situation

Ex: After a routine health check , the doctor told her that her early diagnosis helped her dodge a bullet by catching the disease before it progressed .

the coast [is] clear [Oración]

used to say that everything is safe and someone can proceed to do something

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to [live] to tell the tale [Frase]

vivir para contar la historia

Ex: The sailor faced a severe storm at sea but managed to live to tell the tale of his survival .

out of harm's way [Frase]

fuera de peligro

Ex: The building was constructed with earthquake-resistant materials to keep the occupants out of harm 's way in case of a seismic event .

to [keep|hold] {sb/sth} at bay [Frase]

to maintain control or prevent someone or something from advancing, causing harm, or becoming a threat

Ex: The negotiator 's skillful communication kept the hostile parties at bay , preventing a conflict .

Peligro
Cautela	Suponer un riesgo	Fuera de peligro	Tomar demasiado riesgo
Peligro & Amenaza	Buscando problemas	Conflicto & Guerra	Violence
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