for (also occasionally to) (the more) sureness and variants: for greater certainty, to make sure, to be on the safe side. Obsolete.
| 单词 | θ91867 |
| 释义 | the world > action or operation > manner of action > care, carefulness, or attention > caution > with caution [phrase] > on the safe side, etc. (4) for (also occasionally to) (the more) sureness1419 for (also occasionally to) (the more) sureness and variants: for greater certainty, to make sure, to be on the safe side. Obsolete. on the safe side1719 on the safe side: with a margin of security to avoid error or danger. Now chiefly in to be on the safe side. Cf. sense 9a, and on the sure side at… safety first1843 Used as a slogan or maxim emphasizing the need for vigilance in order to avoid accidents or mishaps. better (to be) safe than sorry1874 Proverb. better (to be) safe than sorry: it is preferable to be cautious rather than to suffer the results of carelessness. Cf. earlier better (to be)… |
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