closecall Reason to say "Whew!" Near miss, e.g Narrow escape ... or what the end of the answer to each starred clue is? Matching bet for "Reversal of Fortune" co-star Glenn? It may lead to an argument It may elicit a "Whew!" Cliffhanger outcome, often "It was a __ for E.T. trying to phone home" Occasion to say "Whew!" Impetus to review safety procedures Strike on the outside corner, e.g. Narrow escape Near miss Near thing Too __ to __