Phrase guide

on one's side

prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, side.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • He was sleeping on my side of the bed.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

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Meaning 2

Supporting or advocating for someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • No matter what happens, we will always be on your side.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

prep_phrase

Meaning 3

Helping to succeed; acting as an advantage.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Time is not on our side.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Italian: dalla propria parte — supporting someone
  • Italian: dalla propria — supporting someone
  • Italian: dalla propria — helping succeed