on (the) one hand

on (the) one hand
on (the) one hand
Fig. from one point of view; as one side (of an issue). •

On one hand, I really ought to support my team. On the other hand, I don't have the time to attend all the games.

On the one hand, I really could use Ann's help. On the other hand, she and I don't get along very well.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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