“Close call”

Definition

A situation where something bad almost happened.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "Close call".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Close call" mean?
"Close call" means a situation where something bad almost happened..
How do you use "Close call" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "Close call"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Close call"?
Ситуация, когда плохое почти случилось. / Իրավիճակ, երբ վատ բան գրեթե տեղի ունեցավ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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