The other side of the coin

phrase

A different, usually opposing, point of view, aspect, or fact.

Optimism is definitely beneficial, but the other side of the coin is that it can lead to unrealistic expectations.
Visual representation of "the other side of the coin" - A different, usually opposing, point of view, aspect, or fact

Often appears as...

  • showing the other side of the coin
  • seeing the other side of the coin

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

A different, usually opposing, point of view, aspect, or fact.

Optimism is definitely beneficial, but the other side of the coin is that it can lead to unrealistic expectations.
Visual representation of "the other side of the coin" - A different, usually opposing, point of view, aspect, or fact

Often appears as...

  • showing the other side of the coin
  • seeing the other side of the coin

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "the other side of the coin"
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Conflict Understanding

Use this phrase when acknowledging that there's another side to a debate or argument.

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He believes in strict regulations, but the other side of the coin is the need for business freedom.
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Opinion Balance

Shows you're considering different views or results of a situation.

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Remote work saves time commuting, but the other side of the coin is it might reduce team bonding.
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Decision Making

Used when you want to weigh all aspects before making a decision.

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The job offers a high salary, but the other side of the coin is that it requires long hours.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Conflict Understanding

Use this phrase when acknowledging that there's another side to a debate or argument.

Illustration for Conflict Understanding
He believes in strict regulations, but the other side of the coin is the need for business freedom.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Opinion Balance

Shows you're considering different views or results of a situation.

Illustration for Opinion Balance
Remote work saves time commuting, but the other side of the coin is it might reduce team bonding.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Decision Making

Used when you want to weigh all aspects before making a decision.

Illustration for Decision Making
The job offers a high salary, but the other side of the coin is that it requires long hours.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Conflict Understanding

Use this phrase when acknowledging that there's another side to a debate or argument.

Illustration for Conflict Understanding
He believes in strict regulations, but the other side of the coin is the need for business freedom.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Opinion Balance

Shows you're considering different views or results of a situation.

Illustration for Opinion Balance
Remote work saves time commuting, but the other side of the coin is it might reduce team bonding.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Decision Making

Used when you want to weigh all aspects before making a decision.

Illustration for Decision Making
The job offers a high salary, but the other side of the coin is that it requires long hours.
Visual representation of the word "The other side of the coin"

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