save one's skin / neck
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to save one's skin / neck
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to help a person get out of a situation that involves danger or difficulty
to [save] {one's} [skin|neck|hide|bacon] definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "save one's skin" and when to use it?

The idiom "save one's skin" has origins in the idea of preserving one's physical well-being or avoiding harm. It is a figurative expression used to describe actions taken to ensure one's safety or protect oneself from danger, often at the expense of others or in challenging situations.

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In the face of the oncoming tornado, we sought shelter in the basement to save our skins.
He was willing to cooperate with the authorities to save his bacon and avoid prosecution.
But a truck driver saved her bacon.
The quick-thinking lifeguard rescued the drowning swimmer and saved his neck.
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