Définition et signification de « save somebody by the bell » en anglais

to save somebody by the bell

* (of a boxer) saved from a knockout by the ringing of a gong signaling the end of a round

sauver in extremis, secourir au dernier moment

to unexpectedly provide someone with help when they face a danger or difficulty

idiome

informel

Exemples

I was saved by the bell otherwise my father was about to uncover what I had done.

L'appel l'a sauvé in extremis.

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