Take Sides

Pronunciation: /teɪk saɪdz/

Definitions of take sides

verb to support or align oneself with a particular group or opinion in a dispute or conflict

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like to take sides in arguments.

A2 She always takes her best friend's side in disagreements.

B1 It's important to listen to both sides before taking a side in a debate.

B2 As a mediator, I try not to take sides and remain neutral in conflicts.

C1 In order to find a solution, sometimes you have to take sides and make a decision.

C2 It can be difficult for politicians to take sides on controversial issues without losing support from some voters.

Examples of take sides in a Sentence

formal In a court case, it is important not to take sides until all evidence has been presented.

informal I don't want to take sides in this argument between my friends.

slang I'm not gonna take sides in this drama, it's not my problem.

figurative Sometimes in life, you have to choose whether to take sides or remain neutral.

Grammatical Forms of take sides

• past tense: took
• plural: take sides
• comparative: more take sides
• superlative: most take sides
• present tense: take sides
• future tense: will take sides
• perfect tense: have taken sides
• continuous tense: taking sides
• singular: takes sides
• positive degree: take sides
• infinitive: to take sides
• gerund: taking sides
• participle: taken sides

Origin and Evolution of take sides

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'take sides' originated from the concept of choosing a side or position in a conflict or debate.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the phrase 'take sides' has continued to be used in a similar context of aligning oneself with a particular viewpoint or party in a dispute or disagreement.