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Safe bet
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a thing that is extremely likely to be true or happen
Idiom
Informal
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Composition
Compound
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safe bets
What is the origin of the idiom "safe bet" and when to use it?
The idiom "safe bet" is used to describe a choice or action that is considered highly likely to be successful or secure, with minimal risk of failure or negative consequences. The origin of this phrase is rooted in the world of gambling, where a "bet" is a wager or risk taken.
Examples
It's a safe bet that prices will rise again before summer.
