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.

Examples of clear of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Both drivers were told to stop yo-yoing positions and to instead work together to pull clear of the Red Bull, with the aim of clinching the team’s 1-2 result before settling their own fight at the end. — Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026

No casualties were reported and no evacuation orders were issued as the nearest settlement is more than 10 miles away, but authorities warned people to stay at least 2 miles clear of the crater. — CBS News, 6 Sep. 2026

After Saturday’s game, Perez has pitched 127 2/3 innings this season — well clear of his previous single-season career high of 95 1/3 set last season. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 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

Rhymes for clear of

• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove
• hereinabove