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.
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Unfortunately, for this exact reason, the studios decided to steer clear of the second weekend of November, which means there’s nothing else to talk about.
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Nate Jones, Vulture, 9 Nov. 2024
Rain and snow are likely to have the biggest impact on voter turnout, though the worst of the storms are expected to steer clear of the seven swing states that could determine the winner of one of the closest presidential elections in U.S. history.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
The Belltown Muddler offers a practical solution with its extra-long 11.5-inch length, designed to keep knuckles clear of the tin, and a palm stop for added protection.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
At certain points, the now-defunct English band operated with the understanding that if a style enjoyed popularity or veered toward simplicity, the group would steer clear of it.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
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Nate Jones, Vulture, 9 Nov. 2024
Rain and snow are likely to have the biggest impact on voter turnout, though the worst of the storms are expected to steer clear of the seven swing states that could determine the winner of one of the closest presidential elections in U.S. history.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
The Belltown Muddler offers a practical solution with its extra-long 11.5-inch length, designed to keep knuckles clear of the tin, and a palm stop for added protection.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
At certain points, the now-defunct English band operated with the understanding that if a style enjoyed popularity or veered toward simplicity, the group would steer clear of it.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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