Hedge against

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verb

To protect against possible problems, especially financial loss.

He bought gold to hedge against inflation.
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  • hedge against risk
  • hedge against inflation

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Formal

Idiomatic

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Financial Prudence

Used to show careful management of money or investments to avoid losses.

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Many investors hedge against market volatility by diversifying their portfolios.
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Uncertainty Prevention

Expresses action taken to prevent negative outcomes in uncertain situations.

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Companies often hedge against currency fluctuations when doing business internationally.
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Not Foolproof

It means reducing risk, not eliminating it; there's no guarantee against loss.

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He hedged against the drop in oil prices, but it was not a foolproof plan.
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