Out of harm’s way

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In a safe place or situation.

During the hurricane, we moved the animals to the barn to get them out of harm's way.
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Often appears as...

  • get out of harm's way
  • move out of harm's way

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Idiomatic

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Physical Safety

Often implies removing someone or something from potential physical danger.

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The firefighters worked to bring everyone out of harm's way.
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Proactive Measure

Can suggest a preventive action taken to avoid danger before it happens.

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The town evacuated residents to get them out of harm's way before the flood.
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Temporary Relocation

May involve moving temporarily to a safer place during an emergency.

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Due to the protests, shopkeepers moved their goods out of harm's way.
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