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Saved By The Bell

Saved By The Bell

Rescued from an awkward or bad situation at the very last moment.

Examples

  • I was about to answer that awkward question in front of everyone, but my phone started ringing — totally saved by the bell.
  • If this presentation runs long, we'll be saved by the bell when the next speaker shows up.
  • Don't sweat it now; worst-case, you'll be saved by the bell like you were at the family dinner.

Quote

The secret of getting ahead is getting started.

Mark Twain

Remix: Skip prep talk. Do one thing.

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