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by your side vs by your sides

'By your side' is the proper English phrasing. It is a common expression used to convey support, companionship, or loyalty. 'By your sides' is not a standard phrase in English and does not convey the intended meaning.
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Last updated: March 22, 2025 • 5189 views

Correct. This phrase is commonly used in English to express support, companionship, or loyalty.

"by your side"

This phrase is used to indicate being physically or emotionally present to support or stand by someone in a situation. It conveys a sense of loyalty, friendship, or partnership.

Examples:

  • I will always be by your side no matter what.
  • She stood by his side during the difficult times.
  • Having a loyal friend by your side can make all the difference.
  • He promised to stay by her side through thick and thin.
  • I want you to know that I am always by your side.
  • Think about the person by your side now.
  • I'll sit by your side till you're ready.
  • Banner short-term rental. Always by your side.
  • I can't always be by your side, Reid.
  • There was a-a priest by your side earlier.
  • Your sister will be sitting right by your side.
  • The Lord is by your side.
  • Being by your side... was my happiness
  • Jung-in, I'll be by your side.
  • You know my rightful place is by your side.
  • The rest of us will fight by your side.
  • And I'll be right by your side.
  • Run with mellie by your side.
  • You can win with mellie by your side.
  • I want to be by your side all the time.
  • I will be by your side I'm coming too.
  • As mine is forever by your side.
  • If only I'd been by your side...
  • The honour of riding by your side on the road to Meereen.
  • I am still by your side.

Incorrect. This phrase is not commonly used in English and does not convey the intended meaning.

"by your sides"

  • BONE IN VEAL CHOP. 12 oz. 51. BY YOUR SIDES. KO FRIES, WASABI AIOLI. 11. JAPANESE SWEET POTATO TEMPURA. 11. GARLIC SAUTÉED BROCCOLI .
  • Jul 23, 2013 ... How to do it: Start standing with your feet together, arms down by your sides. Take a wide step to the side with your left foot (your right leg ...
  • Apr 11, 2014 ... With your arms by your sides, slowly slide one arm down towards your knee – make sure that your body goes directly sideways, and isn't ...
  • I wish you all the best and good lucks always by your sides? She shows her love and concern to the people in need. Or She shows her loves ...

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