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Definition |
a situation in which a dangerous event is narrowly avoided |
Examples |
1) The plane had to make an emergency landing; and that was a
close call. 2) After a
close call with a speeding car,
Linda realized the importance of looking both ways before crossing the
street. |
Etymology |
The term "close call" originates from a
combination of two words, indicating a decision made in an instant,
typically involving a narrow margin between success and failure. |
Synonyms |
close shave, in the nick of time. |
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