play it safe

Example Sentences

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But does the same thing apply to the customers who prefer to play it safe, those fixed-income investors?

From Barron's • Oct. 9, 2025

They can either play it safe and pick an old favorite, or take a chance on something new.

From Salon • Sep. 26, 2025

They may still be able to exhibit important historical discoveries and moments, but will need to play it safe.

From Slate • Aug. 22, 2025

Perhaps if one already feels outside the system, there’s less temptation to play it safe.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2025

Most people had probably decided to play it safe with the weather and stay indoors.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman