play it safe — to be very careful and avoid taking risks
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to be very careful and avoid taking risks
Pronunciation (IPA): /pleɪ ɪt seɪf/
Example Sentences
- When my boss asked about the deadline, I played it safe and said next Friday instead of Thursday.
- She always plays it safe by bringing an umbrella even when there's only a 10% chance of rain.
- Let's play it safe and order pizza instead of trying that new experimental restaurant.
play it safe
VERB[/pleɪ ɪt seɪf/]
to be very careful and avoid taking risks
a hiker in bright gear carefully studies a trail map while pointing toward the easier, well-marked path instead of the dangerous cliff route. Her hiking partner nods in agreement as they both look at the safer trail option. The risky cliff path shows loose rocks and warning markers that make it clearly hazardous. Meanwhile, other experienced hikers walk confidently along the safer trail they're choosing. being very careful and avoiding taking risks
To protect the waif, always play it safe!
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“When my boss asked about the deadline, I played it safe and said next Friday instead of Thursday.”
“She always plays it safe by bringing an umbrella even when there's only a 10% chance of rain.”
“Let's play it safe and order pizza instead of trying that new experimental restaurant.”
“The company played it safe and invested in government bonds rather than risky stocks.”
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