on the fence

on the fence
adjective
characterized by indecision
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some who had been on the fence came out in favor of the plan

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too many voters still declare they are undecided

Syn: ↑undecided
Similar to: ↑indecisive

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phrasal
: in a position of neutrality or indecision

some who had been on the fence came out in favor of the plan

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on the fence
: unable to decide about something

He tried to persuade those still (sitting) on the fence to vote in his favor.

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Main Entry:fence

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