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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Francis has since steered clear of several lawsuits, and avoided jail time after a 2013 guilty verdict on five charges, including misdemeanor assault and false imprisonment, in Los Angeles. —

Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024 Steering clear of blanket tariffs, mass deportations, or invasions of friendly states is a low bar but an important one. —

Leslie Vinjamuri, Foreign Affairs, 15 Nov. 2024 Outdoor enthusiasts, including hikers, bikers, and off-roaders who want to actively stay clear of wildfire and smoke can now use the onX app to identify those areas all year. —

Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024 Do keep exits clear of decorations so nothing is blocking the escape route in the event of an emergency. —

Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for clear of