on the safe side
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That’s why the types of bonds and other investments you hold on the safe side matter.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
Matthew Martin of Oxford Economics added that business would likely "reduce their overall hiring to be on the safe side," until they see data pointing to rising demand or a stabilization in the economy.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2025
So to be on the safe side, it would be advisable to avoid raw milk products.
From Salon ● Jun. 5, 2024
But in terms of shopping, he’d stick with zones 7 or 8 to be on the safe side for now.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 8, 2024
Just to be on the safe side, however, Blanca hid the woolen sock with Clara’s jewels in the most secret place she could find.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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