The context of the near death dream is more important than the near death experience itself imo but believe it or not, lot of dream experts associate near death or death dreams with new changes on the horizon
Falling off a cliff signifies you’re going through a difficult time and have changes ahead that you’re subconsciously afraid of
Being cornered symbolizes a lack of control and frustration with lack of control
To dream that you are trapped or caught in a trap suggests that you are feeling confined and restricted in your job, career, health, or a personal relationship. You may be in a rut and are tired of the same daily monotony.