Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-close-call
phrase
/ə kloʊs kɔl/
Definition
A situation where someone almost has an accident or a critical event is narrowly avoided.
Examples
- When the car swerved just in time, it was a close call.
- She had a close call with her exam results, getting the minimum score needed to pass.
- The hikers had a close call with a storm but made it to safety just in time.
Meaning
The term refers to a scenario that is frighteningly close to resulting in disaster or a negative outcome, but ultimately doesn’t happen.
Synonyms
- narrow escape
- near miss
- close shave
