I think I'll play it safe and take the earlier train.
Synonyms and examplescarefulBe careful! I don't want you to fall!
cautiousShe's a very cautious driver.
risk-averseRisk-averse investors will want to stay away from the company's initial public offering.
charyI'm a bit chary of accidentally offending our hosts.
better safe than sorryIt's probably nothing more than a headache, but we'll order a round of tests - better safe than sorry.
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meticulousapproving
methodical
painstaking
diligent
rigorousapproving
preciseapproving
assiduousformal
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If you are careful, youavoid taking risksso that you do not make a mistake or get hurt. Things that you do can be careful if they aredone by paying close attention to detail.