Be caught in the middle In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be caught in the middle", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Evelyn Nguyen calendar 2021-01-29 09:01

Meaning of Be caught in the middle

Be caught in the middle idiom

In a position between two opposing sides, especially in an argument or disagreement

I get caught in the middle between my father and my mother whenever they are arguing.

I was caught in the middle when my friends disagreed with each other.

Last night, I was caught in the middle between my sister and my brother. They argued to get the biggest room.

Since I got married with Karina, I have been caught in the middle between my mom and her.

Other phrases about:

It takes two to make a quarrel

When an argument or a fight occurs, both parties involved are responsible for it.

to make the feathers/fur fly

To cause an argument or a fight

birds in their little nests agree

Those who live in the same house should should try to treat each other amicably.

 

the battle lines are drawn

Used to indicate that opposing groups of people are clearly distinguished and ready to start fighting or arguing with each other
 

blazing row

An intense argument

Grammar and Usage of Be caught in the middle

Verb Forms

  • am/is/are caught in the middle
  • was/were caught in the middle
  • has/have been caught in the middle
  • will be caught in the middle

The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Be caught in the middle

This idiom originated from the military where armies could be caught in the middle of two or more opposing forces. 

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