Phrase guide

out of both sides of one's mouth

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

Indicating contradictory things.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively

Examples

  • to speak out of both sides of one's mouth
  • to talk out of both sides of one's mouth

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Antonyms: none provided

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Etymology

Compare out of the side of one's mouth.