Definition of «dodge this bullet»
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"Dodge this bullet" is a common idiomatic expression used to describe narrowly avoiding a negative situation, a bad investment, or a disappointing experience. In the context of internet reviews and social media, it often refers to being warned away from a low-quality movie, game, or product by a trusted influencer. The phrase implies a sense of relief and gratitude for having escaped a potential waste of time or money. It suggests that the avoided object was "dangerous" in terms of the frustration or regret it would have caused.
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> I was going to buy the game at launch, but after seeing the reviews, I'm glad I managed to dodge this bullet.
> Thanks for the honest feedback on that restaurant; you really helped me dodge this bullet.
> She broke up with him right before he got into all that legal trouble, so she really did dodge this bullet.
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