Idiom of the day :- Close call

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

Henry sure had a close call yesterday. He was hiking with his wife when he fell over the edge of a cliff. Luckily there was a tree he could clutch, and that saved his life. Aclose call is a lucky escape from danger. ‘Wow, what a close call that was.’ Henry gasped. ‘I don’t think I’ll ever take a hike again !’