narrow escape
The phrase “narrow escape” has 4 syllables: nar-row es-cape.
It's pronounced as /ˈnær.oʊ ɪˈskeɪp/.
What is synonym and antonym for narrow escape?
In the thesaurus, “narrow escape” has 3 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for narrow escape along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for narrow escape
- close call
- close shave
- near miss
Antonyms for narrow escape
- misfire
Meanings of narrow escape
- noun
- A situation in which an accident or other unfortunate incident is only just avoided.
Example Sentences
- The hiker had a narrow escape when he slipped on the rocky cliff but managed to grab onto a tree branch.
- After the car accident, they counted themselves lucky to have had a narrow escape with only minor injuries.
- The soldier's quick thinking led to a narrow escape from enemy capture.
- The family's house was surrounded by flames, but they made a narrow escape thanks to the timely arrival of firefighters.
- Despite the storm's fury, the sailors celebrated their narrow escape from the treacherous waves.
On this page you'll find 4 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to narrow escape, such as: close call, close shave, misfire, near miss.
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