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- This term was used by Americans in the 19th century. This idiom has been derived from the practice of shaving. When a person is shaving with the help of razor, he is seconds far from a cut or burn. Any wrong razor move could lead to cuts. A shave delivers smooth skin if done carefully. It means that one can escape a dangerous situation very closely. There is no room left for an error in a close shave. This expression was given different meanings later and was used accordingly.
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Submitted on February 25, 2019
Additional definitions for 'Close Shave':
| close shave | A near accident or mishap; a dangerous or risky encounter or incident. |
| close shave | A shave that is very short or near the skin. |
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