clear of
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: 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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Case in point: this chic kitchen by interior designer Allison Crawford.
Consider a touch of terrazzo
Steer clear of boring and expected countertops by adding a terrazzo slab to your kitchen island.
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Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024
Many organizations choose to steer clear of partisan debates while emphasizing their commitment to core values.
—Melanie Hughes, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
The parents ensure the content is family-friendly, steering clear of sensational or overly dramatic titles and thumbnails.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
Liverpool unexpectedly sit eight points clear of freefalling Man City heading into this game.
—Joe Prince-Wright, Nbc Sports, NBC News, 1 Dec. 2024
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Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024
Many organizations choose to steer clear of partisan debates while emphasizing their commitment to core values.
—Melanie Hughes, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
The parents ensure the content is family-friendly, steering clear of sensational or overly dramatic titles and thumbnails.
—Holly Garcia, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
Liverpool unexpectedly sit eight points clear of freefalling Man City heading into this game.
—Joe Prince-Wright, Nbc Sports, NBC News, 1 Dec. 2024
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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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