but for the grace of God

English

Etymology

An ellipsis for there but for the grace of God go I.

Phrase

but for the grace of God

  1. Were it not for God's help, someone could have suffered that outcome.

Usage notes
  • Unlike the full form, this form is sometimes used to refer to someone else's good fortune in avoiding a bad outcome.
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