narrow escape

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A situation where someone avoids danger, failure, or an unwanted outcome by a very small margin. It emphasizes how close the person was to experiencing the negative event. Usage This noun phrase is used to describe a situation that was almost a disaster or a failure but was narrowly avoided. It often follows verbs like "have," "make," or "survive." Examples The driver had a na...