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split down the middle



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That left the committee’s direction an open question at a moment when its members are split down the middle.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026

In May, the San Francisco Zoological Society, the park’s nonprofit operator, split down the middle in a failed attempt to remove her.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2025

I also liked how the judges split down the middle and were then able to dine at both restaurants and see how consistent the service and food was throughout.

From Salon ● May 15, 2024

Opinion polls suggest Scotland remains split down the middle.

From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2023

“Two sides have turned to one. Not through violence, but through compassion and kindness. The tree that was split down the middle has grown together once more.”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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