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two-way street

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two-way street

A situation in which both sides must put forth an equal amount of effort to achieve a desired result. Primarily heard in US. Respect is a two-way street—you have to give it if you expect to receive it.

See also: street

two-way street

a reciprocal situation. This is a two-way street, you know. You will have to help me someday in return. Friendship is a two-way street.

See also: street

two-way street

n. a reciprocal situation. This is a two-way street, you know. You will have to help me someday in return.

See also: street