English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "that was too close for comfort" Mean?
Learn what "that was too close for comfort" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Express Doubt
That was too close for comfort. We need to get out of here fast.
This means something was uncomfortably close, risky, or nearly went wrong.
From The Phoenix Conspiracy, Episode 30
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone reacts after barely escaping a dangerous or uncomfortable situation.
Usage Scenario
Use it after a near miss, scare, or awkwardly close situation. It is common in spoken English and works well in casual conversation.
Better ways to say it
1
That was too close for comfort.
2
It was too close for comfort.
3
Way too close for comfort.
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