hedge your bets
US /hɛdʒ yʊər bɛts/
UK /hɛdʒ yʊər bɛts/
1.
se precaver, diversificar as apostas
to reduce your risk of loss by trying to ensure that you will benefit whatever happens
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It's always wise to hedge your bets when investing in volatile markets.
É sempre sensato se precaver ao investir em mercados voláteis.
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She decided to apply to several universities to hedge her bets.
Ela decidiu se candidatar a várias universidades para se precaver.