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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When people feel safe expressing themselves openly and honestly, trust is strengthened on both sides, and collaboration becomes more productive.
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Britney Porter, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Candidates on both sides of the aisle are looking for ways to address the core concerns of constituents, which typically begins at the kitchen table, Rottinghaus said.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
His perspective is shaped by experience on both sides of the equation.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
The would-be hitman's health and mobility were so obvious that attorneys on both sides addressed it with the jury.
—Sara MacHi, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
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Britney Porter, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Candidates on both sides of the aisle are looking for ways to address the core concerns of constituents, which typically begins at the kitchen table, Rottinghaus said.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Jan. 2026
His perspective is shaped by experience on both sides of the equation.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 Jan. 2026
The would-be hitman's health and mobility were so obvious that attorneys on both sides addressed it with the jury.
—Sara MacHi, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
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“On both sides.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20both%20sides. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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