discretion is the better part of valour
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discretion is the better part of valour — idiom
1. It is better to be careful and avoid unnecessary risks than to be brave and face
1.idiom
Definition
It is better to be careful and avoid unnecessary risks than to be brave and face danger.
Example
He decided not to argue, knowing discretion is the better part of valour.
When the storm came, discretion was the better part of valour for the hikers.