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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Chelsea have dropped from second to sixth in the table and are now just six points clear of Brighton in 10th.
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Simon Johnson, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
Another big organizing tip: Every flat surface should be clear of clutter.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 17 Feb. 2025
Åberg hit four birdies in the final six holes to claim his second PGA Tour title by finishing a shot clear of Maverick McNealy in second.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 17 Feb. 2025
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Simon Johnson, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
Another big organizing tip: Every flat surface should be clear of clutter.
—Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 17 Feb. 2025
Åberg hit four birdies in the final six holes to claim his second PGA Tour title by finishing a shot clear of Maverick McNealy in second.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 17 Feb. 2025
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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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