join sides

Perhaps it is the byproduct of a generation that, unlike its predecessors, seeks to solve problems, not just join sides.

Witnesses said civilians are taking up arms, either to join sides or just to protect themselves.

But, the judgement over, join sides with us!

"Here comes a poor sailor from Botany Bay; Pray, what are you going to give him to-day?" is played as a preliminary game to decide who shall join sides in the coming tug-of-war.