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Idiom: Err On The Side Of

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How to pronounce "err on the side of":

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To behave in a manner which favours or which is biased toward.

To choose which mistake (err) will be perpetuated when all available options would result in different mistakes.

Example Sentences

1
When it comes to my children's safety, I prefer to err on the side of caution.
2
During the experiment, I decided to err on the side of adding more reactant to ensure a successful reaction.
3
In the debate, the candidate chose to err on the side of diplomacy rather than making aggressive statements.
4
As a doctor, it's always better to err on the side of prescribing a lower dosage to avoid potential side effects.
5
The company decided to err on the side of quality and invested in superior materials for their products.

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