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An all purpose term of approval.

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safe and sound

[safe and sound] {adj. phr.} Not harmed; not hurt; safe and not damaged. * /The package arrived safe and sound./ * /The children returned from their trip safe and sound./ […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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