expression, i-adjective
innocuous; inoffensive; harmless
Describes something that does not cause trouble or offense; often used for safe topics, remarks, or actions.
初対面では差し障りのない話題を選んだほうがいい。
When meeting someone for the first time, it's better to choose innocuous topics.
彼はいつも差し障りのない返事しかしない。
He always gives only inoffensive replies.