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play safe

[play safe] or [play it safe] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be very careful; accept small gains or none to avoid loss; avoid danger for the sake of safety. * /He […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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

to be on the safe side

[to be on the safe side] {adv. phr.} To take extra precautions; reduce or eliminate the possibility of a mistake, an error, or even danger. * /Dad always keeps his […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

on the safe side

[on the safe side] {adv. phr.} Provided for against a possible emergency; well prepared. * /"Please double-check these proofs, Mr. Brown," the printer said, "just to be on the safe […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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