Meanings
How to pronounce "saved by the bell":
AU
In a boxing or wrestling match or similar competition, spared from being counted out by the referee by the ringing of the bell which concludes the round.
Rescued or favorably assisted by a timely interruption or by the sudden termination of difficult circumstances.
Example Sentences
1
I almost missed my flight, but I was saved by the bell when it got delayed.
2
I was struggling to finish my exam, but I was saved by the bell when time was called.
3
He was about to tell an embarrassing story, but he was saved by the bell when the phone rang.
4
The team was losing the game, but they were saved by the bell when the opposing player got injured.
5
I was about to make a mistake in my presentation, but I was saved by the bell when the power went out.