Meaning of the word "come down on one side of the fence or the other" in English
What does "come down on one side of the fence or the other" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
come down on one side of the fence or the other
US /kʌm daʊn ɑn wʌn saɪd əv ðə fɛns ɔr ði ˈʌðər/
UK /kʌm daʊn ɒn wʌn saɪd əv ðə fɛns ɔːr ði ˈʌðə/
Idiom
to make a clear decision or take a definite position on an issue, rather than remaining neutral or undecided
Example:
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It's time for you to come down on one side of the fence or the other regarding this proposal.
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The committee needs to come down on one side of the fence or the other before the deadline.