be on an equal footing
US /bi ɑn ən ˈiːkwəl ˈfʊtɪŋ/
UK /bi ɑn ən ˈiːkwəl ˈfʊtɪŋ/
1.
to be in the same position as someone else, especially in terms of status or opportunity
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All employees should be on an equal footing when it comes to promotions.
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After the merger, both companies will be on an equal footing.