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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Boultier expresses similar views and suggests steering clear of muddy pastels like dusty lilac or pale mint green.
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Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
Once the snow starts falling, keep all outside vents clear of snow.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 25 Jan. 2026
Legislators have generally steered clear of that type of demotion, fearing a backlash from disgruntled voters, who are prone to see students as consumers entitled to a voice about their own education.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
City crews are out treating the roads and the MTA is making plans to try and keep above ground subways clear of snow and ice.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
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Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
Once the snow starts falling, keep all outside vents clear of snow.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 25 Jan. 2026
Legislators have generally steered clear of that type of demotion, fearing a backlash from disgruntled voters, who are prone to see students as consumers entitled to a voice about their own education.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
City crews are out treating the roads and the MTA is making plans to try and keep above ground subways clear of snow and ice.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2026
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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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