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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This post-neoliberal script has adherents on both sides of the political aisle.
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Jennifer M. Harris, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
The April 9 explosion, destroyed the Cunningham-Lamb family home on Franklin Avenue and neighboring houses on both sides.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Period pain also is likely to cause a dull, crampy feeling on both sides of your pelvis, Dr. Pradhan points out, while ovarian cysts may cause sharp or stabbing pain that can travel to your back or even your thighs.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 22 Apr. 2025
The Chinese commerce ministry says seeking tariff exemptions by harming the interests of others will only lead to failure on both sides and ultimately hurt everyone.
—John Ruwitch, NPR, 21 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer M. Harris, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
The April 9 explosion, destroyed the Cunningham-Lamb family home on Franklin Avenue and neighboring houses on both sides.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Period pain also is likely to cause a dull, crampy feeling on both sides of your pelvis, Dr. Pradhan points out, while ovarian cysts may cause sharp or stabbing pain that can travel to your back or even your thighs.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 22 Apr. 2025
The Chinese commerce ministry says seeking tariff exemptions by harming the interests of others will only lead to failure on both sides and ultimately hurt everyone.
—John Ruwitch, NPR, 21 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 1 May. 2025.
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