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Definition err on the side of something in American English

err on the side of something phrase

phrase
1

to do more than is really necessary in order to avoid a particular situation

Example

We are erring on the side of caution and have closed the school.

Synonyms and related words
escape retreat skate over/around
Definition err on the side of something in American English