safety valve
noun/ˈseɪfti vælv/
/ˈseɪfti vælv/
- a device that lets out steam or pressure in a machine when it becomes too greatTopics Engineeringc2
- a way of letting out feelings of anger, excitement, etc. without causing harm
- Exercise is a good safety valve for the tension that builds up at work.
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