# share and share alike

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/share-and-share-alike
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

For members of a group, equal portions of or equal access to tangible or intangible goods, entitlements, or obligations—i.e., each person's share like each of the other shares. Often used in a context of reciprocity, or pooling resources.

## Examples

- We share and share alike with all the snacks in our house.
- When we moved into the apartment, we agreed to share and share alike regarding the cleaning duties and the monthly bills.
- The community members operated under a strict policy to share and share alike, ensuring that no individual suffered while others enjoyed an abundance of resources.

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