clear of

phrase

: 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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Daniel Farke will hope to steer his team clear of relegation once again — and who knows, perhaps achieve more? Beren Cross, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026 Still, Sevilla believes property management should do more to keep storm drains clear of debris and reduce the risk of flooding. Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026 Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026 Steer clear of tall, isolated trees and other prominent objects. Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for clear of

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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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