close call

noun

Meaning

A situation in which something bad, such as an accident or failure, almost happens but is narrowly avoided.

Examples

That near-collision at the intersection was a real close call for all the drivers involved.
The team had a close call in the final minutes of the game when the opponent almost scored.

Synonyms: near miss, narrow escape, close shave

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close call

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌkloʊs ˈkɔːl/

Definition

A situation in which something bad, such as an accident or failure, almost happens but is narrowly avoided.

Examples

That near-collision at the intersection was a real close call for all the drivers involved.
The team had a close call in the final minutes of the game when the opponent almost scored.

Synonyms of close call

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