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Danger - Out of Danger

Master English idioms related to being out of danger, like "dodge a bullet" and "off the hook".

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English idioms related to Danger
close call

a situation where one avoids a danger just before it is too late

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close shave

used 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

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

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(as) safe as houses

not causing or involving any danger at all

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to save one's skin / neck

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

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on the safe side

as carefully as possible in order to avoid any risk

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to make a (hasty) retreat

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

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to be out of the woods

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

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to save sb by the bell

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

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off the hook

no longer facing a difficulty, danger, or punishment

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in good hands

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

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to dodge a bullet

to narrowly avoid a dangerous or undesirable situation

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the coast is clear

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

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to live to tell the tale

to survive a danger or difficulty and be able to tell others about it

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out of harm's way

in a place or position that is safe from danger or damage

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to keep sb/sth at bay

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

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