Close call
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British pronunciation/klˈəʊs kˈɔːl/
American pronunciation/klˈoʊs kˈɔːl/

"close call"的定义和意义

Close call
01

紧张局势, 岌岌可危的情况

a situation where there is an equal chance for one to fail or succeed
close call definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "close call" and when to use it?

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.

02

千钧一发的时刻, 险象环生的时刻

a situation where one avoids a danger just before it is too late
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What is the origin of the idiom "close call" and when to use it?

The idiom "close call" originated from the concept of narrowly avoiding a dangerous or undesirable outcome, emphasizing the proximity to disaster. It is commonly used to describe a situation in which someone or something narrowly escapes harm or misfortune just before it becomes too late.

close call

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It was a close call.
The company had a close call with a cyber attack, but their security measures prevented the breach.
The plane had a close call with another plane in the air, but the pilots managed to avoid a collision.
The competition was a close call, as the two finalists had an equal chance to win the championship.
When applying for the scholarship, it was a close call between the top students, all of whom had impressive qualifications.
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