hairbreadth escape

The phrase “hairbreadth escape” has 4 syllables: hair-breadth es-cape

It's pronounced as /ˈhɛrˌbrɛdθ ɪˈskeɪp/


What is synonym and antonym for hairbreadth escape?

In the thesaurus, “hairbreadth escape” has 17 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for hairbreadth escape along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for hairbreadth escape

  • cliffhanger
  • close call
  • close shave
  • close squeeze
  • close thing
  • heart stopper
  • narrow escape
  • narrow squeak
  • near escape
  • near go
  • near miss
  • near squeak
  • near thing
  • photofinish
  • squeaker
  • tight squeeze
  • white-knuckler

Antonyms for hairbreadth escape

  • misfire

Example Sentences

  • The protagonist's thrilling adventures often involve a daring hairbreadth escape from perilous situations.
  • Against all odds, the explorer managed a miraculous hairbreadth escape from the jungle's clutches.
  • The movie's climax featured a dramatic hairbreadth escape as the hero raced against time to foil the villain's plans.
  • The survivors recounted their harrowing hairbreadth escape from the sinking ship.
  • In the face of danger, her quick thinking and resourcefulness led to a remarkable hairbreadth escape from captivity.

On this page you'll find 18 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hairbreadth escape, such as: cliffhanger, close call, close shave, close squeeze, close thing, heart stopper, misfire.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

narrow escapes

near misses

near miss

narrow escape

  • cliffhanger
  • close call
  • close shave
  • close squeeze
  • close thing
  • hairbreadth escape
  • heart stopper
  • narrow squeak
  • near escape
  • near go
  • near hit
  • near miss
  • near squeak
  • near thing
  • photofinish
  • shocker
  • spine-chiller
  • squeaker
  • thriller
  • tight squeeze
  • white knuckle
  • white-knuckler

near escapes


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