Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
give someone a wide berth
idiom
/ɡɪv ˈsʌmˌwʌn ə waɪd bɜːrθ/
Definition
To avoid someone or something by keeping a significant distance.
Examples
- After the argument, I decided to give him a wide berth.
- It’s best to give the angry dog a wide berth, just to be safe.
Meaning
This phrase means to deliberately stay away from a person or situation to prevent any conflict or problems.
Synonyms
- avoid someone
- steer clear of
- stay away from
