be on the fence
Example Sentences
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Champions Circle is a for-profit operation, and last year created the One More Year Fund, which raised money to help convince players who might be on the fence about leaving for the N.F.L. to return.
From New York Times • Dec. 31, 2023
Dustin Johnson was thought to be on the fence about leaving for LIV Golf out of concern he wouldn’t be able to return to Augusta National, where he set the scoring record in 2020.
From Washington Times • Apr. 3, 2023
He huddled with supporters and held meetings on a private balcony with lawmakers who seemed to be on the fence.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2022
Instead, we’re really focusing on those who are maybe just on the fence and trying to target why they may be on the fence.
From Slate • Jul. 1, 2021
It’s great to be on the fence when both sides are coaxing you to jump their way.”
From Amanda — a Daughter of the Mennonites by Myers, Anna Balmer
