How to Pronounce "straddle the fence"
expression
STRAD-uhl thuh FENS
strad-UHL thuh FENS
Definition
To avoid choosing sides in a disagreement or argument, often to not offend anyone or to wait for more information.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹædəɫ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɛns
British English
stɹˈædəl/ /ðə, ði/ /fˈɛns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRAD-uhl thuh FENS
UK
strad-UHL thuh FENS
Listen in Context
She tends to straddle the fence when her friends argue.
Some politicians straddle the fence to avoid losing support.
It's not good to always straddle the fence.
Stop straddling the fence and make a decision!