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Phrase(s): on the other hand
Fig. a phrase introducing an alternate view. • John: I’m ready to go; on the other hand, I’m perfectly comfortable here. Sally: I’ll let you know when I’m ready, then. • Mary: I like this one. On the other hand, this is nice too. Sue: Why not get both?
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs