on the side

phrase

1
: in addition to the main portion
2
: in addition to a principal occupation
3
: secretly outside of one's marriage or romantic relationship
seeing another woman on the side

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The sinks are no longer tucked away on the side of the floor but rather in the middle for easier access to explore new fragrances, Page said. — Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026 To serve, plate the steaks with the green salsa and cassava frites on the side and enjoy. — ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026 While the seat slid back and forth smoothly, the seatback recline lever on the side didn’t work. — Eric Bangeman, ArsTechnica, 20 Oct. 2026 Alyssa Wilson Robert Hickman Authorities say the couple pulled over on the side of the highway and shot into 17-year-old Alyssa Wilson's car. — S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the side

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“On the side.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20side. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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