walks, walked, walking
to walk away
phrasal verb
To emerge from a situation unharmed or without serious consequences
- 1Luckily, he walked away from the accident unscathed.
- 2She walked away from the fall with just a few bruises.
This means you are in a difficult or dangerous situation, but nothing bad happens to you. You leave the situation safe and okay. You do not get hurt or have big problems because of what happened. Everything is fine for you after it is over.
People often use "walk away" after accidents, arguments, or dangerous events, to show someone was lucky or skillful enough to avoid harm or trouble.
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on a hiking trail
A Close Call on the Trail
Jennifer
I can't believe you slipped on that rock back there!
Matthew
Yeah, but luckily I managed to walk away without a scratch.
Jennifer
That's a relief. It could have been much worse.
Matthew
Absolutely, I'm just glad it ended well.
at a lively venue with music and dancing
A Lucky Escape on the Dance Floor
Ashley
Wow, that was a close call with the spilled drink!
Sandra
I know, right? I can't believe we managed to walk away without a single stain.
Ashley
It's a good thing we were quick on our feet.
Sandra
Definitely, let's keep enjoying the night!
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