safe bet

Example Sentences

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It’s a pretty safe bet that you have been shocked by certain price increases over the past few years.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

Anyone who’s been to France knows that’s trickier than it sounds, but easy tailoring and neutral colors are a safe bet for men and women.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

And it’s a safe bet that, as long as there’s pull to the idea of stealing from the rich and giving to the poor, there will be more to come.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Until we see persistent, continual job losses over a long period of time across the entire economy, the safe bet is that history is simply rhyming.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

That was a safe bet And I said, “It won't be long until the Navy is here.’

From "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor