“Be out of the woods”
To be free from the main danger or difficulty, especially after a crisis.
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“Be out of the woods”
To be free from the main danger or difficulty, especially after a crisis.
“Take something in your stride”
To deal calmly with a difficulty without letting it upset you.
“The writing is on the wall”
There are clear signs that something bad is going to happen.
“Have your work cut out”
To face a task that will require a lot of effort.
“Keep your head above water”
To manage to survive or cope, especially with financial or work difficulties.
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“Easy does it”
Go slowly and carefully.
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