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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a safer topic than" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when comparing the safety or comfort level of discussing one topic in relation to another.
Example: "Discussing the weather is often considered a safer topic than politics during family gatherings."
Alternatives: "a more comfortable subject than" or "a less controversial topic than".
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Jets kicker Jay Feely is an avid tweeter, but he often sticks to a safer topic than football: politics.
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No wonder some want to swerve away to a safer topic of conversation.
If the local team is near the bottom of the league, even colonialism might be a safer topic of conversation.
His size is a safe topic, uncontroversial, undeniable.
That last night, we clung to a safe topic: the weather.
When he saw me he checked his language, said good morning and started making smalltalk about the weather (always a safe topic).
Isn't it time to make Muhammad a safe topic?
This gives you a safe topic to break the ice with.
Some elective surgeries are a safer bet than others.
Are buildings a safer bet than corporate bonds?
This is a safer alternative than using a heat gun.
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