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Definition

Fighting for or supporting that which is good, just, or benevolent.

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In Context

  • "Each likewise portrays itself as on the side of the angels, as fighting the good fight against adversaries who are neither decent nor fair."
  • "But when it comes to the conflict between compassion and cold reason, he is on the side of the angels: […]"
  • "Sherlock Holmes: Oh, I may be on the side of the angels, but don't think for one second that I am one of them."