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UK//wiː ˈɔːlməʊst daɪd//US//wi ˈɑlməʊst daɪd//

Meaning of We almost died

A phrase indicating a close encounter with death.

In simple words: We nearly lost our lives.

We almost died in a sentence

  • During the storm, we almost died when our boat capsized.
  • After the accident, she said, 'We almost died!'
  • We were in the wrong place at the wrong time; we almost died.
  • When the tree fell, I realized we almost died that day.
  • In that car crash, it felt like we almost died.

How to use We almost died

Use in informal contexts to express a narrow escape from danger; avoid in very serious or formal discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of a close call; imagine a near-fatal car crash.

Related words

Collocations with We almost died

  • we nearly died
  • we almost lost our lives
  • we came close to dying
  • we faced death
  • we escaped a near-fatal situation

Synonyms for We almost died

  • nearly died
  • came close to death
  • escaped death
  • almost perished
  • was on the brink of dying

Common mistakes with We almost died

  • Using 'almost' with 'died' instead of 'died' directly.
  • Confusing the phrase with 'nearly died'.
  • Using it without context or emotion.

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Frequently asked questions about We almost died

What does We almost died mean?

We nearly lost our lives.

What is the definition of We almost died?

A phrase indicating a close encounter with death.

How do you use We almost died in a sentence?

During the storm, we almost died when our boat capsized.

Can you give another example of We almost died?

After the accident, she said, 'We almost died!'

What are synonyms for We almost died?

Common alternatives include nearly died, came close to death, escaped death, almost perished, was on the brink of dying.

What words go with We almost died?

It commonly pairs with we nearly died, we almost lost our lives, we came close to dying, we faced death, we escaped a near-fatal situation.

What are common mistakes when using We almost died?

Using 'almost' with 'died' instead of 'died' directly. Confusing the phrase with 'nearly died'. Using it without context or emotion.

How do you pronounce We almost died?

US: //wi ˈɑlməʊst daɪd//, UK: //wiː ˈɔːlməʊst daɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use We almost died?

Use in informal contexts to express a narrow escape from danger; avoid in very serious or formal discussions.