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词组 err on the side of caution
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Idiom
err on the side of caution
if you err on the side of caution when you are deciding what to do, you do the thing that is safe instead of taking a risk.
I decided to err on the side of caution and spend less than my full allowance.
idiomerr on the side of cautionto always choose the safest way of doing something, in order to be completely sure that you avoid any danger or problems:When declaring your income for tax purposes, it is advisable to err on the side of caution.Because the law is unclear, doctors tend to err on the side of caution when treating terminally ill patients.

err on the side of caution

To avoid risky or irresponsible behavior; to be very cautious. I like to err on the side of caution and always keep some money in my savings account. Since we don't know where we're going, let's err on the side of caution and leave an hour early.

err on the side of caution

COMMON If you err on the side of caution, you decide to act in a careful way, rather than take risks. It is better on your first few weights sessions to err on the side of caution, and start with a weight which is lighter than you think you can handle. Note: People use other words instead of caution, according to the subject they are discussing. When I discussed the matter with ministers in July I said that we should err on the side of generosity.
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