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What does "safe and sound" mean?

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Rebecca

"Safe and sound" is just an expression that means to be safe. "Safe" and "sound" have similar meanings, so the two words are used together to add emphasis. Ex: I just want you to be safe and sound. Ex: The lost child was found, safe and sound.

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