"Safer bonds" refers to investments that are relatively low-risk and less likely to lose money. These bonds typically offer stable returns and have lower chances of defaulting on their repayments. Full definition
With the bank loan funds, individuals might assume they have a relatively safe bond fund. (chicagotribune.com)
In many cases the yield on safe bonds like those issued by the federal government don't even keep up with inflation, never mind provide income one could live on. (moneysense.ca)
Sell they did, buying safer bonds with the proceeds. (alephblog.com)