English Explanatory Dictionary

better safe than sorry

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. It is preferable to be cautious in one's choices and actions than to act recklessly and suffer afterwards.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

better safe than sorry

Related words

err on the side of caution measure twice, cut once better late than never play it safe prevention is better than cure
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