In today’s English Idioms for Newcomers, let’s take a look at this expression: “sit on the fence.”
What does “sit on the fence” mean?
“Sit on the fence” means:
- To avoid making a choice or decision between two or more possibilities
- Not to take sides in a dispute
Examples:
- You can’t sit on the fence any longer—you need to choose whether you are staying in Nova Scotia or accepting to take that job in Ottawa.
- It’s clear that Laura is the one to blame in this situation, so why are you still on the fence and not siding with me?
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