Err on the side of caution.
err on the side of caution.
This idiom uses the verb "err" not the noun error.To "err on the side of caution" is to take extra care, possibly unnecessary care, rather than potentially cause danger or mishap. This is usually applied in a situation where the actual riskinvolved cannot be clearly determined.
I will err on the side of caution.Err, who are you and what do you want?
The past tense of "err on the side of caution" is "erred on the side of caution." In this phrase, "err" is the present tense verb meaning to make a mistake or be incorrect, and "erred" is the past tense form. The expression "err on the side of caution" means to be overly cautious or careful in a decision or action.
Err on the Side of Caution - 1997 was released on: USA: 10 November 1997 (premiere)
The system will always err on the side of caution.
What plus what will give you 33 under the same number
The cast of Err on the Side of Caution - 1997 includes: Conery Hoffman as Lewis Kirk Meyer as Clay Brian Meyer as Young Lewis Valerie Mikita as Angelica
To err on the right side means to make a mistake that is favorable or beneficial in some way. It is a play on the phrase "to err on the side of caution", implying that the mistake made is less harmful or costly than it could have been.
It seems to have made me sick. Not entirely sure if that's what it was, but I'd err on the side of caution and pitch it.
It's always wise to err on the side of caution, and clean any new firearm you purchase before you fire it.
Put your notice in to your supervisor. Err on the side of caution, and assume you'll be required to give two weeks notice.