English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "we're not out of the woods yet" Mean?
Learn what "we're not out of the woods yet" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
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Warn
We're not out of the woods yet.
This means the problem or danger is still continuing and has not been resolved.
From The Phoenix Conspiracy, Episode 14
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says the danger is not over yet.
Usage Scenario
Use it when a difficult situation is still ongoing. It is common and reusable, but the exact line is less page-worthy than simpler warning phrases.
Better ways to say it
1
We're not out of the woods yet.
2
We're not safe yet.
3
The danger isn't over.
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