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on the fence

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*on the fence (about something)

Fig. undecided about something. (*Typically: be ~; sit ~.) Ann is on the fence about going to Mexico. I wouldn't be on the fence. I'd love to go.

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on the fence

not able to decide something Many consumers are still on the fence, waiting to see if a better, less expensive computer will come along.

Usage notes: often used with sit: Most people sit on the fence and would rather say "maybe" than "yes" or "no."

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on the fence

Informal

Undecided as to which of two sides to support; uncommitted or neutral.

See also: fence, on