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Idiom of the Day - How By the Skin of Your Teeth describes last-minute success

Idiom of the Day: The idiom by the skin of your teeth means to just barely accomplish something or narrowly escape a difficult situation. It is used when success or survival comes with only a tiny margin to spare. The expression has ancient origins and remains popular because it perfectly captures moments of last-minute achievement and relief. Whether it is passing an exam, catching a flight, meeting a deadline, or avoiding trouble, the idiom describes situations where things could easily have gone wrong.

24 Jun 2026 7:00 pm