takes two
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“It takes two to make a baby and it takes two to raise a baby,” says Goldin.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
“We want a fair contract. But it takes two sides.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
"Particularly around toilet-training, it takes two members of staff to change a child, so it does take up human resource and takes the adults away from the children learning," she says.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
When people have financial difficulties, they can become codependent — but that’s not your codependency, it’s his, and it takes two people to form an unhealthy bond.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 21, 2026
“I’m never angry with you. It takes two flints to make a fire. You are as cool and soft as snow.”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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