dodge a bullet
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Avoid something bad, harmful, or unpleasant.
Where it’s used:
Used
Widespread English
Sources & notes
Imported from Wikipedia “English-language idioms” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29), pending review.
Common questions
What does “dodge a bullet” mean?
Avoid something bad, harmful, or unpleasant.
Is “dodge a bullet” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.