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Opposite of a situation involving exposure to danger
“The safeness of the new drug hadn't been proven, so it could only be used experimentally, and you had to sign a waiver accepting the risks.”
Opposite of the possibility that something unpleasant or unwelcome will happen
“These stories demonstrate our confidence in both the statistical unlikelihood of a crash, and in the skill and experience of commercial pilots.”
Opposite of a risky action undertaken with the hope of success
Opposite of a person or thing that is likely to cause harm or danger
Opposite of the possibility of trouble, danger, or ruin
“Their eyes, indeed, are like those of ordinary lizards, and the name, "blind-worm", seems not to refer so much to supposed blindness as to the harmlessness of the creature.”
Opposite of the possibility of something unwelcome or unpleasant happening
“The market is booming, and there is a level of surety in the profitability of our investments.”
Opposite of a future circumstance which is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty
“There is an unlikelihood of rain falling this weekend, much to the chagrin of farmers around the country.”
Opposite of an unusual and exciting or daring experience
“After much inactivity, we were all yearning for a bit of adventure.”
Opposite of purchase carries inherent risks
Opposite of a distressing or dangerous situation
“He felt calm in the safety of the sanctuary.”
Opposite of the state of having no protection from something harmful
Opposite of to do something despite the danger it may pose
“I'm the kind of person who would rather play it safe and lose out than risk everything and have a chance at winning.”
Opposite of to expose to danger or the risk of loss
“To protect her honor and moral integrity, she felt that she could no longer stay in the government.”
Opposite of to attempt something despite the danger it may pose
“He feared that the passage through the infamous Strait of Le Maire would be too dangerous, and decided to avoid it by sailing east of Staten Land.”
Opposite of to take a risk or chance on
“If we go half an hour earlier to our desired session time we will guarantee ourselves good seats.”
Opposite of to bet money or something else in a gamble
Opposite of to gamble on the outcome of a game, race or event
Opposite of to expose to danger or the risk of loss
(lead to) Opposite of to culminate or result in a particular event or consequence
“Eating the right foods and getting enough exercise will prevent weight gain.”
Opposite of to stake (an amount of money) in a bet
Opposite of to face something unpleasant with courage and fortitude
“We decided to escape the bad weather and call it a day.”
Opposite of to spend or invest (a lot of) money
“Save your money for a rainy day, but don't be afraid to spend it if it rains.”
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