Pronunciation: /ɒn ði ˈʌðər hænd/
noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea
A1 I prefer tea, but on the other hand, my sister likes coffee.
A2 I enjoy reading fiction books, while on the other hand, my brother prefers non-fiction.
B1 On the other hand, some people believe in ghosts, while others are skeptical.
B2 She is a talented musician, but on the other hand, she struggles with public speaking.
C1 The company's profits have increased significantly this year. On the other hand, their competitors are facing financial difficulties.
C2 The new government policy has been praised for its effectiveness in reducing crime rates. On the other hand, critics argue that it violates civil liberties.
preposition used to introduce a contrasting or opposing point or perspective
A1 I like tea, but on the other hand, I also enjoy coffee.
A2 She prefers summer for swimming, while on the other hand, he likes winter sports.
B1 I usually take the bus to work, but on the other hand, I sometimes ride my bike.
B2 The company is known for its innovative products; on the other hand, its customer service needs improvement.
C1 The research team found significant results in their study; on the other hand, the control group showed no change.
C2 The author's latest novel received critical acclaim; on the other hand, some readers found it too complex.
article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun
A1 I like dogs. On the other hand, my sister prefers cats.
A2 I enjoy watching movies. On the other hand, my brother prefers reading books.
B1 I usually take the bus to work. On the other hand, my colleague drives her car.
B2 I prefer summer vacations. On the other hand, my friend enjoys winter holidays.
C1 I believe in free will. On the other hand, some people think everything is predetermined.
C2 I have always been a night owl. On the other hand, my partner is a morning person.
formal The research suggests that exercise has numerous health benefits; on the other hand, excessive exercise can lead to injury.
informal I really want to go out tonight, but on the other hand, I have an early morning tomorrow.
slang I was thinking about getting the new phone, but on the other hand, it's pretty expensive.
figurative She always seemed confident in public, but on the other hand, she struggled with self-doubt in private.
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