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on the one hand

 

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Adverbial on the one hand has 1 sense
  1. on the one hand, on one hand - from one point of view; "on the one hand, she is a gifted chemist"
    Antonyms: on the other hand, then again, but then

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Term: on the one hand

Description:

The phrase "on the one hand" is used to introduce a contrasting or opposing point of view or situation. It indicates that there are multiple perspectives or aspects to consider.

Sample Sentences:

As a conjunction:

  1. On the one hand, I would love to travel and explore new places, but on the other hand, I also want to save money for the future.
  2. On the one hand, she enjoys the freedom of working from home, but on the other hand, she misses the social interaction in an office environment.
  3. On the one hand, technology has revolutionized communication, but on the other hand, it has also created new challenges and risks.

As an idiom:

  1. He is a talented musician, and on the one hand, he wants to pursue a career in music, but on the other hand, he worries about the financial instability that comes with it.
  2. On the one hand, participating in this project would provide great exposure, but on the other hand, it might require a significant time commitment.
  3. She has a strong desire to help others, and on the one hand, she could volunteer her time for a charitable cause, but on the other hand, she also needs to focus on her own well-being.

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