from a different point of view
often preceded by “on the one hand” used to show two contradicting points of view
a phrase introducing a different point of view
It seems like a great building, on the other hand, you are displacing a lot of animals by building it.
On the other hand, maybe buying a large dog wasn’t such a good idea.
I am glad that we decided to go away for the weekend. On the other hand, it would have been nice to get some things done at home.
One the one hand, you have a big wedding. But on the other hand, a small wedding would be more intimate.
On the one hand, I feel guilty for not inviting him. One the other hand, he always makes a fool of himself.
On the other hand, maybe you should just stay home tonight.
There is no origin for this idiom
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Common phrase that has a specific meaning.