Meaning of wide berth | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Adequate distance from sea vessels or other objects to ensure safety and maneuverability.
2. A considerable or comfortable distance from a person or object, especially for safety or deliberate avoidance.
   broadly, idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

“Steer to port and give the rocks a wide berth.”

“Our cat always gives the vacuum cleaner a wide berth.”

“He's so obnoxious that everyone gives him a wide berth.”

“One [sheep] was "bagged" but gave the rest of the train a wide berth and appeared only somewhat shaken.”

“Only Samantha escaped with her dignity intact, because she gave the series a wide berth.”

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