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run with the hare and hunt with the hounds

idiom
Meaning

To support both sides of an argument.


Examples
SIMPLE

You cannot run with the hare and hunt with the hounds.

CONTEXTUAL

He tries to run with the hare and hunt with the hounds by agreeing with both his boss and his coworkers.

COMPLEX

The politician attempted to run with the hare and hunt with the hounds, but his inconsistent stance eventually alienated supporters on both sides of the debate.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    break into a run

    To start running.

  2. 02

    common run

    Ordinary persons, things, or events.

  3. 03

    dog in the hunt

    Something that may lead to gain, depending on the outcome; a position for which to campaign or cheer.

  4. 04

    dry run

    A practice or rehearsal; especially, one that goes through all the motions of a physical process but without the raw material or workpiece present.

  5. 05

    dummy run

    A trial or practice before the real attempt.

  6. 06

    good run

    Success over an extended period.

  7. 07

    hit and run

    Sexual intercourse followed by a prompt departure; a one-night stand.

  8. 08

    hold with the hare and run with the hounds

    To oppose an action or behavior and yet engage in the same action or behavior; to be a hypocrite.

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