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safety

noun B1 Neutral

Meaning

Safety means being free from danger or harm.
💡 Don't confuse "safety" with "safe," which is an adjective.

Example Sentences

Always wear a helmet for your safety when riding a bike .
Is safety important when you use new machines ?
The workers did not follow safety rules at the site .
Your safety is very important when you are working here .

Word in Context

Anna is leaving her flat to go to work on a quiet Monday morning . Before she locks the door she checks the windows and lights for safety . She puts on a bright coat and takes a small bag , because the weather is cold and she wants drivers to see her . On the walk to the bus stop she uses the crosswalk and looks both ways so she feels calm . When the bus arrives she gets on slowly and thinks that these small careful actions keep her safe .

Common Phrases

safety measures safety rules safety equipment

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