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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

fence-sitting

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.12 in modern English

Syllables
fence-sit-ting
IPA
18
Scrabble Score
12
Letters
3
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A state of inaction or indecision over a particular matter, not taking sides and deciding one way or another.

Uncountable

verb

present participle and gerund of fence-sit

Example Sentences

Usage

Phrases

fence sitter sit on the fence

Frequently Paired Words

fence sitter sit on the fence

Questions

What does fence-sitting mean?
A state of inaction or indecision over a particular matter, not taking sides and deciding one way or another.

How to pronounce fence-sitting

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