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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Such announcements are common for broad, state campaigns that encourage people to wear safety belts or to avoid texting while driving — topics that tend to steer clear of politics.
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Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Dec. 2025
Steering clear of foods that cause digestive side effects.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 12 Dec. 2025
Each kitchen is different and some colors may work better in some than others, especially depending on your lighting, but overall, there are still some hues that designers advise steering clear of in this room of the home.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Dec. 2025
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Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Dec. 2025
Steering clear of foods that cause digestive side effects.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 12 Dec. 2025
Each kitchen is different and some colors may work better in some than others, especially depending on your lighting, but overall, there are still some hues that designers advise steering clear of in this room of the home.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025
Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 6 Dec. 2025
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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.
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