Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
have-a-close-shave
idiom
/hæv ə kloʊs ʃeɪv/
Definition
To have a narrowly avoided danger or a very close encounter with risk.
Examples
- After the car skidded on the icy road, he realized he had a close shave.
- She had a close shave when she almost missed her flight.
- The hiker had a close shave when a bear crossed his path but thankfully didn’t attack.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe a situation where someone escapes a dangerous situation by a small margin, leaving them feeling relieved or lucky.
Synonyms
- close call
- narrow escape
- close encounter
