close call

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In more severe scenarios, with the oil price averaging $110 a barrel and $125 next year, and energy prices and interest rates continuing to rise, a global recession would be a "close call".

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

He described a close call involving his son, who was nearly hit while on a bike due to limited visibility at the intersection.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

There was a close call at Newark Liberty International Airport last week, when an Alaska Air plane flew over a FedEx freighter when both were attempting to land on crossing runways at the same time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

It’s a close call, but ultimately I’m on your side.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 7, 2026

That night on the rug, I laughed as I told the other boys about my close call with Buffo.

From "Milkweed" by Jerry Spinelli