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hedge one's bets



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In light of human nature, the real question is whether to hedge one's bets with free markets or government.

From US News ● Sep. 19, 2016

Purchasing reputation insurance to hedge one’s bets against a possible corporate crisis may cause some executives to see the policy as a panacea for their management shortcomings.

From BusinessWeek ● Jan. 5, 2012

There are, of course, reasons to hedge one's bets on China.

From BusinessWeek ● Mar. 15, 2010




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