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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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot
updated July 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2025
Firefighters have urged the public to stay clear of the area.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 13 July 2025
That assist was Lod’s 34th with the Loons, giving him the most in franchise regular season history, one clear of Emanuel Reynoso.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 13 July 2025
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot
updated July 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2025
Firefighters have urged the public to stay clear of the area.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 13 July 2025
That assist was Lod’s 34th with the Loons, giving him the most in franchise regular season history, one clear of Emanuel Reynoso.
—Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 13 July 2025
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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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