Ruling at first base, maybe (4)

I believe the answer is:

safe

(Other definitions for safe that I've seen before include "Secure cupboard" , "Metal container for valuables" , "Reliable" , "Metal box for security" , "Protected from danger" .)

I've seen this clue in the Universal.

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