106 Close shave
(PW) narrow escape
It was a close shave getting out of the burning building.
(free) n. Informal
A narrow escape; a close call.
(dictionary)
noun Informal.
a narrow escape from serious danger or trouble: We weren't hit when the truck swerved at us, but it was a close shave.
(usingEnglish)
If you have a close shave, you very nearly have a serious accident or get into trouble.
