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safe and sound

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  1. Out of danger and unharmed, as in It was a challenging climb, so I'm relieved they got home safe and sound. [c. 1300]


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But they also underscore the need to establish a safe and sound regime for digital assets to protect investors.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

"They are safe and sound but there are gangs of young people chasing migrants there," he said.

From Barron's Aug. 2, 2026

Chicks Luna and Sandy were seen safe and sound Sunday morning around 6 a.m. on the popular livestream nest cam aimed at their Big Bear pine tree, snacking on fish in the family aerie.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 6, 2026

"Everyone was quickly rescued and, thankfully, is safe and sound," she added in a post on Facebook.

From BBC Apr. 30, 2026

“We’re tucked away so safe and sound that he’s practically fading into the woodwork.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

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