on one hand

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Adverbial on one hand has 1 sense

on the one hand, on one hand - from one point of view; "on the one hand, she is a gifted chemist"

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Term: on one hand

Part of Speech: Phrase

Sense: Used to introduce the first of two contrasting points or ideas.

Usage:

As a conjunction:

- On one hand, she wants to go on vacation; on the other hand, she can't afford it.

- On one hand, I want to eat a lot of cake; on the other hand, I am on a diet.

As a prepositional phrase:

- On one hand, she is an excellent singer, but on the other hand, she struggles with stage fright.

- On one hand, the company is profitable, but on the other hand, it lacks a strong leadership.

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Opposing Ideas

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