Meaning of the word "be on an equal footing" in English

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be on an equal footing

US /bi ɑn ən ˈiːkwəl ˈfʊtɪŋ/
UK /bi ɑn ən ˈiːkwəl ˈfʊtɪŋ/
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Idiom

1.

to be in the same position as someone else, especially in terms of status or opportunity

Example:
All employees should be on an equal footing when it comes to promotions.
After the merger, both companies will be on an equal footing.
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