safe bet

Example Sentences

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For its part, Local 99 generally endorsed incumbent board members for reelection — a safe bet most times — in hopes of being rewarded at the bargaining table.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Andrew Herzog, a CFP in Plano, Texas, says, “A broad market index fund is a safe bet because it’s not hedging, there’s no conflict of interest, and no favoritism.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

For investors who wish to complement their S&P 500 funds and who lack international diversification, adding some now still seems a safe bet.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

But, as reports emerged the president would nominate Kevin Warsh, who is seen as a relatively safe bet compared with other candidates, the upward pressure on gold prices eased.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

So it was a pretty safe bet that Ximena would make it in.

From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio