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What Does "that was way too close" Mean?

Learn what "that was way too close" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.

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That was way too close.

It means something dangerous or bad almost happened.

From Lost And Found, Episode 49

When do people say this?

Scene Context

Someone reacts after realizing a bad situation almost went wrong.

Usage Scenario

Use this after an accident, near miss, or risky moment. It is common in spoken English and works in casual conversation.

Better ways to say it

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That was way too close.
2
That was close.
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That came way too close.

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