playing it safe
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And with AI, anyone playing it safe will get left behind.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 21, 2026
But playing it safe comes with its own risks: If a familiar artist deviates from his or her usual mode, it can repel a loyal following.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 20, 2026
After a lengthy video review determined Kane used his stick to score, the Kings called a timeout and rather than playing it safe, they challenged the goal, claiming Kane had interfered with Kuemper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 2025
What’s more, in a time when mainstream cinema is often playing it safe, Soderbergh is all too happy to experiment.
From Salon ● Mar. 14, 2025
"We're playing it safe," agreed the Big Business Man.
From The Girl in the Golden Atom by Ray Cummings
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