run with the hare and hunt with the hounds
To support both sides of an argument.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“You cannot run with the hare and hunt with the hounds.”
“He tries to run with the hare and hunt with the hounds by agreeing with both his boss and his coworkers.”
“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.”
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break into a run
To start running.
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common run
Ordinary persons, things, or events.
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dog in the hunt
Something that may lead to gain, depending on the outcome; a position for which to campaign or cheer.
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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.
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dummy run
A trial or practice before the real attempt.
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good run
Success over an extended period.
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hit and run
A road accident in which a driver hits someone and then drives away without stopping to help or take responsibility.
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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.
Last updated August 10, 2026