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Idiom idiom

two-way street


Any interaction in which both parties give and take equally.

Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.


SIMPLE

“A good friendship is a two-way street.”

CONTEXTUAL

“Communication in a marriage is a two-way street, so both partners must listen to each other.”

COMPLEX

“The manager reminded the team that professional respect is a two-way street, requiring effort and cooperation from both the staff and the leadership.”


Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    down the road, not across the street

    Of the technique for committing suicide, along the radial artery rather than across the wrist from side to side.

  2. 02

    easy street

    Chiefly preceded by on: a carefree lifestyle, especially as a result of becoming wealthy, or an easy situation.

  3. 03

    hit the streets

    To go out in search of something or for a specific purpose.

  4. 04

    jump street

    The starting point; the very beginning.

  5. 05

    keep off the streets

    To inspire or cause (someone) to avoid idleness, unemployment, poverty, or antisocial behavior.

  6. 06

    man in the street

    Synonym of man on the street.

  7. 07

    man on the street

    An ordinary member of the general public, especially one who lacks special expertise.

  8. 08

    street appeal

    Curb appeal.

Last updated August 10, 2026