Meaning of the word "the coast is clear" in English

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the coast is clear

US /ðə koʊst ɪz klɪr/
UK /ðə koʊst ɪz klɪr/
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Idiom

1.

used to say that there is no danger and no one will see or catch you

Example:
Wait until the coast is clear before you sneak out.
He checked both ways to make sure the coast was clear before crossing the street.
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