- steer clear
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phrasal
to keep entirely away — often used with of <trying to steer clear of controversy>
New Collegiate Dictionary. 2001.
steer clear
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steer clear — ► to avoid someone or something that seems unpleasant, risky, or dangerous: steer clear (of sth/sb) »He tries to steer clear of an overdraft on his current account. »She has managed to steer clear of any suggestion of a conflict of interest. »The … Financial and business terms
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steer clear — (of (someone/something)) to avoid someone or something. I d steer clear of Joe if I were you he s in a terrible mood. They invited me to comment on the proposals, but I think I would rather steer clear. Usage notes: usually the person or thing… … New idioms dictionary
steer clear of — (something/someone) to avoid something or someone because they are dangerous or bad for you. I d steer clear of Joe if I were you he ll only cause trouble. I try to steer clear of heavy meals these days … New idioms dictionary
steer clear of — If you steer clear of something, you avoid it … The small dictionary of idiomes
steer clear of — ► steer clear of take care to avoid. Main Entry: ↑steer … English terms dictionary
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steer clear — phrasal : to keep entirely away (as from a danger) : direct one s course so as to avoid any chance of hindrance, contact, harm, or involvement often used with of tries to steer clear of controversial issues Kathleen Teltsch * * * steer clear (of) … Useful english dictionary
steer clear — v. (d; intr.) to steer clear of (to steer clear of danger) * * * (d; intr.) to steer clearof (to steer clear of danger) … Combinatory dictionary
