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Meaning of the word "on the one hand" in English

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on the one hand

US /ɑn ðə wʌn hænd/
UK /ɒn ðə wʌn hænd/

Phrase

used to introduce a statement that is contrasted with another statement or point of view

Example:
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On the one hand, I'd love to go to the party, but on the other hand, I'm really tired.
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The new policy is good for the economy on the one hand, but on the other hand, it might increase unemployment.
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on the one hand...on the other hand raise one's hand hand in one's notice on the one hand conversely on the one hand however rest one's chin on one's hand one hand for yourself and one for the ship