fence-sitting

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With the Knicks in the Finals for the first time in a generation, New Yorkers have become increasingly unwilling to tolerate fence-sitting — even from one of the world’s most famously friendly Muppets.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Thirty-five countries, including China, India, South Africa and Cuba, abstained, but a number of fence-sitting countries, including Saudi Arabia and Brazil, voted yes this time.

From Washington Times • Oct. 12, 2022

Ali Shihabi, who has ties to the royal court, says the kingdom’s new tone signals to “any fence-sitting clerics” that moderation is the only path to take going forward.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2021

Sorry Bangladesh and Ireland fans, class-A fence-sitting from me.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2011

This is a logical position; fence-sitting insurgents aren't likely to jump over to our side if it looks like the other side is winning.

From Slate • Jun. 15, 2010