on someone's side
idiom
1
: supporting someone in his or her opinion, position, etc.
Are you on my side or his?
Whose side are you on, anyway?
2
: as an advantage
He is not a very tall basketball player, but he does have quickness on his side.
3
: helping someone to succeed
Luck seems to be on your side tonight.
Time is on our side. We may well finish the project on time.
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Merriam-Webster unabridged
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