split the difference
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It’s understandable he wanted to split the difference and make a midsize indie that feels all his, to prove himself with the kind of solemn period picture that people take seriously.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
"Some people say that we need to split the difference and find the centre ground," she said.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
Within the fast-casual segment, which tries to split the difference between those two types of restaurants, consumers have shown signs of waning interest in pricier “slop bowls.”
From MarketWatch • Nov. 4, 2025
A few plan to bypass the grid indefinitely, and others expect to split the difference, using a mix of grid and on-site power.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025
So I split the difference and just sort of...hover.
From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli
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