on both sides
idiom
—used to refer to the people who support a position together with the people who support the opposing position
People on both sides of the dispute agree that changes are necessary.
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The team is just a few perimeter players on both sides of the ball away from being a dangerous playoff team.
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
There are allegations on both sides and no further court determinations to decide who is telling the truth.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2025
And that’s just a really good example on both sides.
—Adam Jahns, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Add roast and cook until well browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side; transfer to slow cooker.
Reduce heat to medium and add onions to skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to caramelize, 8 to 10 minutes.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2025
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Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
There are allegations on both sides and no further court determinations to decide who is telling the truth.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2025
And that’s just a really good example on both sides.
—Adam Jahns, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Add roast and cook until well browned on both sides, 3 to 4 minutes per side; transfer to slow cooker.
Reduce heat to medium and add onions to skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to caramelize, 8 to 10 minutes.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2025
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“On both sides.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20both%20sides. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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