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within an inch of one’s life

Figuratively or hyperbolically, means very soundly, thoroughly, or completely; To an extreme degree or extent; often follows the verb ‘beat’ to mean ‘very close to or near death’
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My friend was caught in a monsoon and was drenched within an inch of his life.

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