fence-sitting
- a word derived from fence-sitter.
Example Sentences
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With the Knicks in the Finals for the first time in a generation, New Yorkers have become increasingly unwilling to tolerate fence-sitting — even from one of the world’s most famously friendly Muppets.
From Salon ● Jun. 7, 2026
She called for more clarity on the party's position ahead of the general election, expected next year, adding it still included a "bit of confusion and a bit of fence-sitting".
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2023
Thirty-five countries, including China, India, South Africa and Cuba, abstained, but a number of fence-sitting countries, including Saudi Arabia and Brazil, voted yes this time.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 12, 2022
Ali Shihabi, who has ties to the royal court, says the kingdom’s new tone signals to “any fence-sitting clerics” that moderation is the only path to take going forward.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 10, 2021
This is a logical position; fence-sitting insurgents aren't likely to jump over to our side if it looks like the other side is winning.
From Slate ● Jun. 15, 2010
