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the other side of the coin
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a different way of thinking or approaching a situation
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "the other side of the coin" and when to use it?
The idiom "the other side of the coin" is believed to have originated in the 17th century. It is thought to have come from the literal meaning of a coin, which has two sides. This expression came to be used to describe a different or contrasting perspective on an issue or situation.
Examples
We focused on the risks, but the other side of the coin is the opportunity it creates.
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