close call
nouna situation where one avoids a danger just before it is too late
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close shave
nounused for referring to a situation in which something dangerous is avoided just before it is too late for it to happen
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to get out of Dodge
phraseto hastily leave a place, usually because of a possible danger or threat
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to keep / hold sb/sth at bay
phraseto not let someone or something cause any harm or problems
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(as) safe as houses
phrasenot causing or involving any danger at all
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on the safe side
phraseas carefully as possible in order to avoid any risk
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to make / beat a (hasty) retreat
phraseto escape or withdraw from a situation that is dangerous or unpleasant
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to be out of the woods
phraseto be out of a situation that is full of danger, trouble, or hardship
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to save sb by the bell
phraseto unexpectedly provide someone with help when they face a danger or difficulty
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off the hook
phraseno longer facing a difficulty, danger, or punishment
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in good / safe hands
phraseused when a person or thing is being looked after by a trustworthy and capable individual
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to dodge a bullet
phraseto narrowly avoid a dangerous or undesirable situation
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the coast is clear
sentenceused to say that the danger has passed and someone can proceed to do something
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to live to tell the tale
phraseto survive a danger or difficulty and be able to tell others about it
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out of harm's way
phrasein a place or position that is safe from danger or damage
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