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Meaning of the word "give something/someone a wide berth" in English

What does "give something/someone a wide berth" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

give something/someone a wide berth

US /ɡɪv ˈsʌmˌθɪŋ ˈsʌmˌwʌn ə waɪd bɜrθ/
UK /ɡɪv ˈsʌmˌθɪŋ ˈsʌmˌwʌn ə waɪd bɜrθ/
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Idiom

1.

to avoid someone or something

Example:
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I always give that neighborhood a wide berth after dark.
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It's best to give him a wide berth when he's in a bad mood.
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berthgive someone/something a run for their moneygive something/someone the once-overwidewidelygive someone a callgive someone a hand