err on the side of caution

Значение

to choose the safer option to avoid any risk

Выбрать более безопасный вариант, чтобы не рисковать.

Примеры

1. 1The forecast wasn't clear, so we erred on the side of caution and packed our coats.
2. 2If you're not sure about a food allergy, always err on the side of caution.
3. 3When the heating broke, the school decided to err on the side of caution and close early.
4. 4Ben erred on the side of caution and left for the airport three hours early.
5. 5Should we err on the side of caution and book a bigger room, in case more people come?

Грамматика

Меняется только err: errs, erring, erred. on the side of не меняется. Безопасный шаг часто называют после and с глаголом.

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