The idiom "close call" is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, and it is often used to emphasize the uncertainty or nearness of an outcome that could go either way. It underscores the idea that the outcome is finely balanced, and the margin between success and failure is very narrow.

What is the origin of the idiom "close call" and when to use it?

Definition und Bedeutung von „close call“ im Englischen

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