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cover your bases

Idiom War

Meaning

to prepare for all possible outcomes; to be cautious

Example Sentences

"Make sure you cover your bases before presenting the report."

Related Expressions

pay off

to yield good results after effort

hit a snag

to face an unexpected problem or obstacle

sketchy details

information that is incomplete or unclear

a feather in one's cap

an achievement to be proud of

tone down

to make something less forceful or intense

small talk

casual or polite conversation about unimportant topics