Norman Mailer

(1923--)

U.S. writer

(1992)

There is nothing safe about sex. There never will be.

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safe and sound

[safe and sound] {adj. phr.} Not harmed; not hurt; safe and not damaged. * /The package arrived safe and sound./ * /The children returned from their trip safe and sound./ […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

play safe

[play safe] or [play it safe] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be very careful; accept small gains or none to avoid loss; avoid danger for the sake of safety. * /He […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

Norman Juster

U.S. writer You can swim all day in the Sea of Knowledge and still come out completely dry. Most people do. www.sky-net-eye.com

to be on the safe side

[to be on the safe side] {adv. phr.} To take extra precautions; reduce or eliminate the possibility of a mistake, an error, or even danger. * /Dad always keeps his […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

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working girl

[working girl] {n.}, {slang} 1. ({vulgar}, {avoidable}) A prostitute. * /I didn't know Roxanne was a working girl./ 2. A […]