on both sides

phrase

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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News of his death – one example of the political violence roiling America in recent years – quickly went global, with graphic videos flooding social media and politicians on both sides of the aisle swiftly condemning the killing. Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 July 2026 Lawyers on both sides have urged the high court to establish a clear right to a verbatim record in civil hearings. Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026 The crews on both sides of the camera are incredible, and the crafts people there are really talented. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 6 July 2026 Getty Images The Philadelphia Phillies have received an unexpected boost from one of their newest additions, with outfielder Derek Hill making an immediate impact on both sides of the ball during the club's recent surge. Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for on both sides

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“On both sides.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20both%20sides. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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