Close Call (Noun)
Meaning
Something achieved (or escaped) by a narrow margin.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The fire department made it to the scene just in time to put out the blaze, it was a close call for the family.
- The election was a close call, with the incumbent winning by just a handful of votes.
- After reviewing the play, the referee agreed it was a close call, but ultimately decided to award the penalty kick.
- The hikers had a close call when they stumbled upon a bear in the woods, but managed to slowly back away without incident.
- The company's financial struggles made for a close call, but they were able to scrounge together enough investors to avoid bankruptcy.