Play (it) safe In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "play (it) safe", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2023-08-22 04:08

Meaning of Play (it) safe

Synonyms:

to be on the safe side , take precautions

Play (it) safe phrase

To act safe; to avoid risks

To play safe, I think you should wear protective clothing

It might rain. You should play it safe and bring a umbrella with you.

You should make another backup plan to play it safe.

Other phrases about:

on the safe side

If you do something to be "on the safe side", it means you do it to avoid risks or undesirable situations.

Grammar and Usage of Play (it) safe

Verb Forms

  • play (it) safe
  • plays (it) safe
  • be playing (it) safe
  • played (it) safe

The verb "play" should be conjugated with its tense.

 

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TODAY
itching to do something

To long for something/ to do something

Example:

I'm itching to go to a tranquil place of quiet beauty.

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