clear of

idiom

: away from (something dangerous, harmful, etc.)
Keep/Stay clear of trouble!
We'll pick up speed once we get clear of the heavy traffic.

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Along with Pele’s hair, park officials warned visitors to stay on trails, drive with caution, be prepared for crowds, and steer clear of nene, or native Hawaiian geese. Sara Schilling, Sacramento Bee, 28 Jan. 2025 And, unlike a number of popular streamers, he’s managed to stay clear of the political discourse that dominated the conversation in 2024. Damien Scott, Billboard, 27 Jan. 2025 James — a pick for 21 straight years — has two more All-Star selections than anyone else in NBA history (Abdul-Jabbar was a 19-time pick) and is three years clear of anyone else for the longest streak of consecutive selections. Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025 If your pink eye is caused by seasonal allergies, steering clear of allergens (when possible) or treating it with certain antihistamine or anti-inflammatory eye drops can be helpful, says Epling. Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 23 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for clear of 

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“Clear of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clear%20of. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.

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