clear of

idiom

: away from (something dangerous, harmful, etc.)

Keep/Stay clear of trouble!

We'll pick up speed once we get clear of the heavy traffic.

Examples of clear of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web If finding indoor shelter is not an option: • Steer clear of open fields, hilltops, or ridge tops. —

Star-Telegram Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 May 2024 There are some ingredients to steer clear of for any tile, and others that depend on the material. —

Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2024 With the victory, the Dodgers (20-13) moved 5½ games clear of the fourth-place Diamondbacks (14-18) in the NL West standings. —

Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024 Ideas for Teacher Appreciation Week 2024 There are plenty of gifts out there for teachers, so steer clear of the coffee mugs and consider these. —

Marina Johnson, The Indianapolis Star, 1 May 2024 Spruce warns that anyone who is regularly tested for THC may want to steer clear of its products. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024 Steer clear of windows and avoid seeking refuge in large open areas such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums. —

Star-Telegram Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Apr. 2024 One group that should probably steer clear of tretinoin: People who are pregnant or breastfeeding. —

Krissy Brady, SELF, 2 Apr. 2024 Most company owners buried under the weight of such bad press might steer clear of any potential controversy. —

John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Apr. 2024

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