0 a net put below people performing at a great height to catch them if they fall --
1 a system to help those who have serious problems and no other form of help: --
2 something, esp. a government program, that protects or helps people: --
3 a system or plan for helping people, companies, etc. that are having problems, especially financial problems: --
The ability to declare bankruptcy is one of the oldest safety nets that the government provides working people.
The state set up a safety net for those who can't afford health insurance.
social/financial safety net In the old days, when there was no adequate social safety net, parents regarded having a son as making an investment for their old age.
We can complete it step by step however long the road is and it can't be completed however short the road is if you don't even mark your footprint.
Можем да го завършим стъпка по стъпка, колкото и дълъг да е пътят и не може да бъде завършен, колкото и кратък да е пътят, ако дори не маркирате отпечатъка си.